Full-Time Care Attendant

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a dedicated Full-Time Care Attendant to enhance patient experiences at their location in Pittsburgh. The role involves providing essential patient care tasks, communication with healthcare teams, and supporting daily activities. Ideal candidates will have a passion for patient care and effective communication skills.

Qualifications

• Experience in direct patient care preferred.
• Knowledge of hygiene and safety protocols.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and colleagues.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN supervision, including hygiene and mobility.
• Maintain a safe and organized patient environment.
• Deliver meals and assist with patient activities.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Join Our Community!

Are you passionate about the patient experience and seeking growth opportunities? UPMC is dedicated to providing each patient with the right care, in the right way, at the right time, every time. Our Care Attendants are essential partners in that mission, enhancing the patient experience at UPMC with positivity and integrity. Join us as we provide Life Changing Medicine to our community.

Position: Full-TimeCare Attendant
Department: 6 Pavilion Med/Surg Oncology
Location: UPMC Passavant (McCandless)
Shifts: Primarily M-F either 7AM -3PM or 8AM - 4PM. Hours vary by unit and are based on department need.

**Title and salary are based on education and experience.

Responsibilities:

·Provide direct patient care under RN supervision, including hygiene, mobility, and repositioning.

·Perform core care attendant tasks: observation, hygiene, bed-making, transfers, and comfort measures.

·Support patient activities such as calls, meals, and transport

·Maintain a safe, clean, and organized patient environment, completing safety checks and linen changes.

·Provide patient feedback to RNs and report status changes.

·Deliver meals, refill water pitchers, and distribute mail.

·Maintain effective communication and professional relationships.

·Accept feedback, seek learning opportunities, and improve skills.

·Assist with planning and prioritizing tasks as needed.

·Participate in self-review and suggest department improvements.

·Take ownership of assignments and approach challenges proactively.

·Stock supplies, distribute equipment, and perform messenger functions.

·Communicate clearly and effectively with the healthcare team.

·Understand cultural diversity, workplace safety, and professional conduct.

·Foster positive relationships with colleagues and support a respectful work environment.

·Complete clerical duties as required.

·Follow safety protocols, infection control standards, and hospital policies

·Respond to emergent situations within the scope of the Care Attendant role.

·Offer one-on-one companionship and patient supervision as needed.

·Report equipment malfunctions promptly.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this job. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions associated with the job.