Patient Care Assistant - Benefit Eligible - Paid Training Provided - PCA

Mayo Clinic; Austin (MN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental coverage

Vision plan

HSAs/FSAs

Retirement plan

Job summary

Mayo Clinic is hiring a Patient Care Assistant to support nursing staff at Saint Marys Hospital or Rochester Methodist Hospital Campus in Minnesota. The PCA will perform delegated tasks and assist with direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of a registered nurse.

Qualifications include 18+ years, ability to read/write English, completion of Nursing Assistant training or equivalent preferred, and Basic Life Support certification as part of orientation.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years or older at start date.
• Ability to read, write, communicate, and understand English.

Responsibilities

• Assist patient care unit staff with delegated tasks that support nursing practice.
• Perform activities within scope of unlicensed nursing personnel under RN supervision.
• Support CNA/PCA/PCT duties as trained.
• Positions located at Mayo Clinic Saint Marys Hospital or Rochester Methodist Hospital Campus.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication

Education

Nursing Assistant training

High School Diploma

Tools

Basic Life Support

Job description

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical:Multiple plan options.
• Dental:Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision:Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings:HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

Location: The Patient Care Assistant willbe hired to work at either the Saint Marys Hospital or Rochester Methodist Hospital Campus.

The Patient Care Assistant assists patient care unit staff with delegated tasks of direct and indirect patient care, which support nursing practice under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. Carries out designated activities that are within those functions limited by law to unlicensed nursing personnel.

The skills and responsibilities of a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) align closely with those of a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) and Patient Care Technician (PCT), making this a great opportunity for those with CNA experience.

Qualifications

Must be 18 years of age prior to start date. Must be able to read, write, communicate, and understand English. Ability to follow written and verbal directions.

Additional Qualifications: Completion of 12 college credits -OR- High school diploma/ GED with successful completion of a Nursing Assistant training or equivalent preferred. Able to adapt to unpredictable situations within the patient care setting.

License or Certification: If a candidate does not currently have their Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs: American Heart Association or American Red Cross the Basic Life Support, certification will be included as part of the orientation program. Maintains current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs: American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Please attach your school schedule if applicable.

Internal applicants should attach their three most recent performance appraisals.

Exemption Status Nonexempt Compensation Detail Compensation range is $21.96 - $29.02 / hour based on union contract. Benefits Eligible Yes Schedule Full Time Hours/Pay Period 40-80 Schedule Details Variable schedule including days/evenings and either 8 and/or 12 hour shifts- available schedule options will be discussed during interview Weekend Schedule Available weekend scheduling options will be discussed during interview International Assignment No Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the"EOE is the Law" . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.