Patient Care Assistant - Emergency Services

Prime Healthcare; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dedicated team at a community-focused hospital, where you will assist patients in their daily activities and provide essential nursing care. This role is vital in maintaining a safe and supportive environment for patients, allowing you to make a meaningful difference in their lives. With a rich history of serving the community, this position offers the chance to grow and develop your skills in a compassionate setting. If you are passionate about patient care and eager to contribute to a team that values quality and compassion, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred certifications: Phlebotomy, EKG, and BLS.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily living activities.
• Provide basic nursing care under RN supervision.

Skills

Patient Care

Basic Nursing Care

Medical Terminology

Education

High School Diploma

Phlebotomy Certification

EKG Certification

BLS Certification

Job description

Overview

Join an award-winning team of dedicated professionals committed to our core values of quality, compassion, and community! Roxborough Memorial Hospital, a member of Prime Healthcare, offers incredible opportunities to expand your horizons and be part of a community dedicated to making a difference.

Roxborough Memorial Hospital is a 131-bed community hospital serving the medical and healthcare needs of the Roxborough, Manayunk, East Falls, and northwest Philadelphia communities for over a century, since 1890. The hospital's School of Nursing has been educating nurses since 1898. It is accredited by the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, the nation's oldest and largest hospital accreditation agency.

We are an equal employment opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to law), disability, military status, or genetic information. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

Responsibilities

The Patient Care Assistant assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care, and helps maintain a safe environment under the supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit.

Qualifications

Education and Work Experience

1. High School Diploma or equivalent.
2. Current Phlebotomy certification upon hire, preferred.
3. Current EKG certification upon hire, preferred.
4. Current BLS (AHA) certification upon hire and maintain current.
5. Knowledge of Medical Terminology.
6. Minimum six months of experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred.