Patient Care Assistant (PCA) - Emergency Department

Health Alliance; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Assistant for its Emergency Department. This role offers the opportunity to provide essential patient care, assist with daily activities, and ensure a safe environment for patients. Ideal candidates will have a passion for helping others, with skills in CPR and patient care. Join a team that values growth, collaboration, and innovation in healthcare, where your contributions will make a difference in the lives of patients and their families.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in CPR and patient care skills.
• Experience in a healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage in population-appropriate communication and provide basic patient care.
• Measure vital signs and assist with daily living activities.

Skills

CPR

Patient Care Skills

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Patient Care Assistant (PCA) - Emergency Department

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Job Description

At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.

As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for our community and patients from around the world. Join our team to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our community.

UC Health is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and diverse workplace.

The Patient Care Assistant provides basic direct patient care as delegated by clinical professional personnel, following delegation laws and current education. The PCA maintains a clean, safe environment for patients and visitors.

Responsibilities

• Patient Population (Clinical): Engage in population-appropriate communication, understand growth and development milestones, give clear treatment instructions, involve family/guardians, identify physical limitations, respond to behavioral health issues, interpret data, and recognize signs of abuse or neglect.
• Patient Care: Measure vital signs, record observations, assist with activities of daily living, provide hygiene, change linens, manage drainage and bodily fluids, utilize care equipment, perform treatments, and provide comfort measures. May also perform EKGs, blood glucose testing, and phlebotomy.
• Communication: Report observations to RN, orient patients and visitors, document treatments, respond to nurse call system, and handle reception duties.
• Environment: Maintain a clean and safe environment, restock supplies, and report maintenance issues.
• Teamwork: Participate in admissions, transfers, discharges, and collaborate respectfully with team members.
• Safety Measures: Ensure call lights are within reach, apply safety devices, use proper body mechanics, and follow precautions.

Qualifications

Minimum: High School Diploma or GED. No certification required. Experience: 0-6 months; preferred 1-2 years. Skills include proficiency in CPR, patient care skills, and either state-tested nursing aide training, hospital-specific training, or completion of a medical surgical rotation as a student. Candidates without these must complete UC Health competency training and orientation.

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Part-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industry: Hospitals and Healthcare