ED Patient Care Assistant – Impactful, Collaborative Care

Avita Health System; Galion (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Paid time off (PTO)

Health, dental, and vision insurance

403(b) retirement with employer match

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Avita Health System is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to join the Emergency Department at Avita Galion Hospital. The role supports patients, families, and staff and helps with basic nursing care in a fast-paced ED setting.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and current BLS certification. Preferred STNA/EMS certifications may enhance candidacy. Weekend and holiday shifts are required, with a 7a-4:30p schedule three days per week.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Current BLS certification or within 30 days of hire date.
• STNA Certification or Paramedic or EMS Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Meets the communication needs of the patient, family and staff.
• Prepares and compiles records in the facility.
• Initiates directions from physician and nursing staff.
• Provides basic nursing care to Emergency Department patients.
• Maintains regulatory agency requirements, nursing and facility policies and procedures and standards.

Skills

BLS Certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Avita Health System is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to join the Emergency Department at Avita Galion Hospital. The role supports patients, families, and staff and helps with basic nursing care in a fast-paced ED setting.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and current BLS certification. Preferred STNA/EMS certifications may enhance candidacy. Weekend and holiday shifts are required, with a 7a-4:30p schedule three days per week.