Patient Care Assistant (PCA) - Behavioral Health

Lower Bucks Hospital; Bristol Township (Bucks County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Lower Bucks Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for its Behavioral Health unit. This role involves assisting patients with daily living activities and providing basic nursing care. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant certifications preferred, and experience in acute care settings.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Preferred certifications in Phlebotomy and EKG.
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology is essential.
• Minimum six months experience in acute care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily activities and nursing care.
• Maintain a safe environment under RN supervision.

Skills

Knowledge of Medical Terminology

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy certification

EKG certification

BLS (AHA)

Job description

Patient Care Assistant (PCA) - Behavioral Health

Facility

Lower Bucks Hospital

Location

US-PA-Bristol

ID

2024-174011

Category

Aide

Position Type

Full Time

Shift

Nights

Job Type

Non-Exempt

Overview

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

Lower Bucks Hospital is a community hospital, serving the Lower Bucks County region with medical, surgical, and emergency care. Located in historic Bristol, Pennsylvania, the Hospital is well-known for its knowledgeable medical staff, including cardiology, orthopedics, radiology, wound care, and general surgery. The hospital has more than 200 physicians on staff, as well as another 700 employees.

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Responsibilities

The Patient Care Assistant assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to all patients and assists in maintenance of a safe environment under the direction and 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) upon hire and maintain current.

5. Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology.

6. Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician?s office preferred.

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