Patient Care Assistant

Trinity Health; Chelsea (AL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Trinity Health Chelsea Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to join the Inpatient Rehab unit. The PCA provides direct patient care under RN supervision, assists with ADLs, and helps maintain a safe, clean patient environment within the Chelsea, MI hospital setting.

Responsibilities include documenting patient information, supporting recovery after brain injuries or spinal injuries, and participating in team-based care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or minimum 18 years of age.
• Recent experience desired.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance, lifting greater than 35 pounds using mechanical assistance.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the direction of a registered nurse.
• Assist with ADLs (bath, shower, toileting, positioning, turning, transferring, ambulation) and feeding.
• Record patient information and required data for documentation requirements.

Education

High school diploma, GED, or minimum 18 years of age

Job description

Employment Type: Full time

Shift: Evening Shift

Description: Patient Care Assistant

Department: Inpatient Rehab

Location: Chelsea, MI hospital

Why Join Us?

• Join an organization that is committed to the principle that health care is a basic human right and that all Americans should have access to high-quality, comprehensive health care
• AWARD WINNING WORKPLACE! The Chelsea hospital is one of five Southeast Michigan hospitals awarded by Newsweek’s as the World’s Best Hospitals for 2026
• Trinity Health offers a comprehensive benefit package offering healthcare plans accessing the Trinity Health and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM) network of hospitals and providers. Each plan option offers the flexibility to choose from two tiers with Tier 1 Trinity Health network providers providing the lowest out of pocket costs and Tier 2 select BCBSM providers.
• Competitive compensation, DAILYPAY
• Benefits package also includes Dental, Vision, PTO, Life Insurance, Short and Long-term Disability
• Retirement savings plan with employer match and contributions
• Opportunity for growth and advancement throughout Trinity Health
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Advancing Nursing Education Scholarship offered to our nurses toward pursuing higher-level education

Position Purpose:

The PCA, under the direction of a registered nurse, is responsible for direct patient care considering age specific, developmental, cultural and spiritual needs. They assist in establishing and maintaining a patient care environment that is clean, safe and conducive to patient/family wellbeing including concepts of relationship-based care.

Training is provided to prepare our colleagues for success. The PCA assists patient in completing ADLs including: Bathing, showering, toileting, positioning, turning, transferring, ambulation using assistive devices and with feeding and menu selection. They are responsible to record patient information and required data in appropriate areas in order to meet documentation requirements.

The Inpatient Rehab units at Chelsea Hospital care for patients requiring comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation after traumatic brain injuries, cerebral vascular accidents, amputations, debility, poly trauma or spinal cord injuries. Inpatient Rehab is a collaborative program between Chelsea Hospital and University of Michigan Health, staffed by a team of award-winning U-M Health rehab physicians and Chelsea Hospital nurses, therapists, and specialists.

Our Inpatient Rehabilitation unit has recently expanded to a 40-bed unit and is now accepting higher acuity patients. As part of our commitment to excellence in patient care, we are proud to be participating in the Spinal Cord Injury (SCI) Model System.

Weekend and holiday commitments required

Shift Available:

Evenings

Status Available:

Full time, benefit eligible (80 hours per pay period – every two weeks)

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma, GED, or a minimum of 18 years of age.
• Recent experience desired.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance, lifting greater than 35 pounds using mechanical assistance

Visit www.trinityhealthmichigan.org/careers to learn more about the benefits, culture and career development opportunities available to you at Trinity Health Michigan.

About the Chelsea Hospital

Chelsea Hospital is a 103-bed, not-for-profit hospital established in 1970 leading the way in patient safety in satisfaction. Located in Chelsea, Michigan, Chelsea Hospital is a joint venture between Trinity Health and University of Michigan Health. These two award-winning health systems bring new services to Chelsea, while sharing resources, best practices and more to drive innovation and a higher level of care.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.