Patient Care Assistant - Part-Time Hospital Support

Penn Medicine; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn Medicine in Lancaster, PA is seeking a part-time patient care assistant (0.6 FTE, 24 hrs/week) to support direct patient care under supervision. The role focuses on environment and supply management, patient safety, and compassionate care delivery. Qualified candidates have a HS diploma or GED and AHA CPR/BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Strong teamwork and clear communications are essential. This position provides meaningful work and competitive benefits at an academic medical

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent (GED).
• Completion of educational requirements with supervision and yearly competency evaluation and training.
• AHA CPR/BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assists with the delivery of direct, non-licensed patient care under supervision.
• Performs environment management tasks and maintains unit/department efficiency.
• Orders and stocks supplies, demonstrates computer skills, and contributes to cost containment.
• Documents accurately and timely, reports unusual situations to the RN or Nurse Manager.
• Responds to patient calls and assists with admission, transfer, and discharge procedures.
• Performs duties with independence, accuracy, and in a professional manner.

Job description

Penn Medicine in Lancaster, PA is seeking a part-time patient care assistant (0.6 FTE, 24 hrs/week) to support direct patient care under supervision. The role focuses on environment and supply management, patient safety, and compassionate care delivery. Qualified candidates have a HS diploma or GED and AHA CPR/BLS certification within 30 days of hire.

Strong teamwork and clear communications are essential. This position provides meaningful work and competitive benefits at an academic medical