Emergency Department- Patient Care Associate

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off

State retirement plan

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking an Emergency Department Patient Care Associate to join the University Hospital Emergency Department. The PCA works as part of a patient care team to deliver patient care, support services, and engage patients and families in the care plan, contributing to improved care outcomes and efficient service delivery.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED (preferred), prior acute care patient care experience, strong customer service

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous patient care experience in an acute care hospital setting preferred.
• Strong customer service, organizational and time management skills.
• Successful completion of PCA training course required after hire.

Responsibilities

• The Patient Care Associate functions as an integral member of a care team on a patient care unit, providing patient care and supportive services to achieve patient care outcomes.

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Title

Emergency Department- Patient Care Associate

Department

University Hospital | Emergency Department

Description

The Patient Care Associate (PCA) functions as an integral member of a team of care providers on a patient care unit, reflect a culture of cooperation, enthusiasm, and mutual respect. The team, consisting of the Registered Nurse, and the Patient Care Associate provides patient care and supportive services that are directed towards achievement of patient care outcomes, maximizing the patient's involvement in his/her own plan of care, improving services levels, and reducing decreasing costs. Patients and their family will experience the benefits of patient focused care through the integrated skills of all care team members. The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is committed to enhancing the quality of care our patients receive.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous patient care experience in an acute care hospital setting preferred;
• Strong customer service, organizational and time management skills;
• Successful completion of PCA training course required after hire.

Additional Information

Location: University Hospital (0870)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 36

Shift: Varying Shifts

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.

A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

Equal Opportunity

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

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