Compassionate Patient Care Tech — Vital Support & Growth

Tenet Healthcare; Commerce (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) match

Paid PTO

Education opportunities

HSA/FSA

Employee discounts

Pet Insurance

Legal Insurance

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare is seeking a Patient Care Associate (PCA) to support the patient care services team at DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital in Commerce Township, MI. The PCA performs basic patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse and supports daily living activities, safety, and confidentiality.

You will collaborate with the care team, respond to patient changes, and participate in ongoing training and development to uphold high standards of patient experience and quality care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Graduation from a school of practical nursing or equivalent.
• Completion of one of PCA/PCT, CNA, Medical Assistant, EMT, or phlebotomy programs; 6 months direct patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with care team to ensure quality of care.
• Report changes in patient condition to RN.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living.
• Follow departmental policies and safety standards.
• Explain procedures to patients and families within training scope.
• Perform general clerical duties as needed.
• Engage in ongoing professional development.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Graduation from practical nursing school

PCA/PCT program

Certified Nurse Assistant program

Medical Assistant program

EMT program

Phlebotomy program

Job description

Tenet Healthcare is seeking a Patient Care Associate (PCA) to support the patient care services team at DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital in Commerce Township, MI. The PCA performs basic patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse and supports daily living activities, safety, and confidentiality.

You will collaborate with the care team, respond to patient changes, and participate in ongoing training and development to uphold high standards of patient experience and quality care.