Full-Time Patient Care Assistant (PCA) – Team-Based Care

UF Health; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health Jacksonville seeks a Patient Care Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will assist in delivering safe, patient-centered care while keeping the unit clean and orderly.

The role emphasizes teamwork, professional communication, and the ability to learn hospital computer systems, basic medical terminology, and English literacy to support daily operations.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Ability to learn and use hospital computer systems.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology; ability to read/write in English.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Assist in delivering safe, patient-centered care.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Professional communication

Learn hospital computer systems

Medical terminology

English literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

UF Health Jacksonville seeks a Patient Care Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. You will assist in delivering safe, patient-centered care while keeping the unit clean and orderly.

The role emphasizes teamwork, professional communication, and the ability to learn hospital computer systems, basic medical terminology, and English literacy to support daily operations.