Emergency Tech - Main ED - Full Time

Dayton Children's Hospital; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Dayton Children’s - Emergency Department (Main Campus) is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) for full-time hours (36 per week). The role supports nursing staff in patient care activities, with emphasis on communication and patient-family engagement. CPR-BLS certification is required within two weeks of hire.

The PCA will ensure confidentiality, follow safety protocols, and contribute to a patient- and family-centered care environment in a dynamic department serving pediatric patients.

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills
• Ability to accept delegated tasks and ask questions when needed
• Knowledge of patient privacy and confidentiality
• Commitment to safety and hazard-free environment
• Commitment to patient- and family-centered care

Responsibilities

• Assist the nurse with patient care activities as part of the care team
• Report patient information as indicated and communicate effectively
• Maintain patient confidentiality and protect sensitive information
• Support safety programs to minimize hazards and injuries
• Support the hospital mission and adapt to changing census and needs

Job description

Facility:

Dayton Children’s - Main Campus

Department:

Emergency Department - Main Campus

Schedule:

Full time

Hours:

36

Job Details:

Responsible for assisting the nurse in completion of patient care activities, taking into consideration the patient’s developmental levels. Demonstrates strong communication skills, accepts delegated tasks and has the knowledge and understanding to ask questions and report patient information as indicated. Appropriately handles patient information understanding confidentiality and privacy. Complies with the safety management program designed to provide a physical environment free of hazards and to reduce the risk of injury. Is knowledgeable about and responsive to the mission of the hospital. The PCA promotes a patient and family experience-oriented environment and acts as a change agent to meet the rapidly changing census and needs of all customers-both internal and external.

CPR - BLS certificate is required within 2 weeks of hire

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