Part-Time Patient Care Assistant — Comfort & Safety

Penn Medicine; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn Medicine is hiring for a part-time, 0.5 FTE role at the Lancaster, PA Main Hospital. The position assists with direct patient care under supervision, handles clerical tasks, and supports unit operations.

It requires a HS diploma or GED and AHA CPR/BLS certification within 30 days of hire. Responsibilities include environment and supply management, patient assistance, and adherence to safety and professional conduct standards.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• AHA CPR/BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with direct patient care under supervision.
• Manage unit supplies and inventories per standards.
• Document accurately and timely according to unit guidelines.
• Answer patient call lights promptly and refer concerns to RN.
• Assist with admission, transfer, and discharge procedures.
• Maintain clean and safe patient areas and environment.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Safety awareness

Education

HS diploma or GED

AHA CPR/BLS certification

Job description

Penn Medicine is hiring for a part-time, 0.5 FTE role at the Lancaster, PA Main Hospital. The position assists with direct patient care under supervision, handles clerical tasks, and supports unit operations.

It requires a HS diploma or GED and AHA CPR/BLS certification within 30 days of hire. Responsibilities include environment and supply management, patient assistance, and adherence to safety and professional conduct standards.