Patient Care Assistant - Rehab

Tower Health; Reading (Berks County); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Generous time off

Tower Advance Pay

Employee Benefits

Life Insurance

EAP & Retirement

Job summary

Tower Health is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to provide nursing care to patients under the direction of a registered nurse. The role involves performing routine direct patient care in a setting focused on safety and comfort.

The position emphasizes teamwork, strong communication, and compassionate service as part of a comprehensive rehabilitation and hospital system. Training and benefits are provided as part of the Tower Health package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or relevant experience considered in lieu of education.
• Completed competencies and trainings required for role.
• No prior experience required beyond listed certifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
• Perform routine direct patient care according to policies.
• Contribute to patient safety and comfort.
• Collaborate with care team to support milestones in recovery.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Detail Oriented

Epic Proficiency

Excellent Communications Skills

Excellent Interpersonal Skills

Listening Skills

Medical Terminology

Problem Solving Skills

Service Orientation

Strategic Thinking

Strong Team Player

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Epic

Job description

Job Summary

• The Patient Care Assistant is responsible for providing nursing care to patients under the supervision and direction of a registered nurse.
• Incumbents perform routine direct patient care activities following established policies and procedures in a manner conducive to the safety and comfort of the patient.
• Generous time off, tuition assistance, and comprehensive benefits
• Instant access throughout the pay period with Tower Advance Pay, ensuring financial flexibility and convenience
• Employee Assistance Program, Retirement Savings Program, Life Insurance, and more!
• Tuition Assistance
• Health benefits start first of the month following start date!

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Qualifications

Education Requirements

• Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.
• High School Diploma or GED, or relevant experience may be considered in lieu of education.

Experience

• No Experience

Certification and Licensure

• BLS Certification
• PA Nurse Aide Certification (CNA)

Required Skills

• Customer Service Skills
• Detail Oriented
• Epic Proficiency
• Excellent Communications Skills
• Excellent Interpersonal Skills
• Good Reasoning SkillsListening Skills
• Medical Terminology
• Problem Solving Skills
• Service Orientation
• Strategic Thinking
• Strong Team Player

Helping patients achieve each and every milestone on their road to recovery.

For patients who have experienced functional loss of disability as a result of an accident, illness or injury, everything you need to reclaim your life – from comprehensive inpatient rehabilitation and transitional care to outpatient programs – is here, all under one roof.

Our specialized team of board-certified rehab physicians, certified rehab nurses, clinicians and dedicated therapists deliver an unparalleled level of care and encouragement through state-of the-art-technology, advanced therapies and wellness environments.

Our facility offers:

• A 61-bed Acute Rehabilitation Unit including an 11-bed secured Brain Injury Unit
• A 50-bedTransitional Sub-Acute Unitfor skilled care
• Highly skilled therapists
• Speech,physical, andoccupational therapyprogramming
• Therapeutic recreation and activities
• Spacious private rooms with large private bathrooms and flat screen televisions
• Aquatic therapy pool
• On-site pharmacy, laboratory, and radiological services
• Outdoor therapeutic garden
• Comfortable lounges with flat screen televisions, computers, and free internet access
• Plenty of visiting areas for patients, friends, and families
• Easy access and free parking

Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissingis the only hospital in the region accredited by both the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)and The Joint Commission. Our Stroke Specialty and Brain Injury Programs are also CARF-accredited.

The 62 bed Acute Rehabilitation Unitprovides acute inpatient medical rehabilitation services to patients with functional impairments as a result of various diagnoses including, stroke, spinal cord injuries, brain injuries, multiple traumas, orthopedic conditions, amputations, and other disabling conditions. Be a part of our talented team of nurses practicing within our dynamic, advanced, and highly technical patient care areas. Benefit from a diverse experience which offers a Career Advancement Program, training to new specialties and abundant opportunities.

Overview

Tower Health, a regional healthcare system, serves communities across multiple counties in Pennsylvania. Its network includes Reading Hospital, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (in partnership with Drexel University). Committed to academic medicine and training, Tower Health offers various programs, including residency and fellowship programs, the Drexel University College of Medicine at Tower Health, and the Reading Hospital School of Health Sciences. Additionally, the system provides a wide range of healthcare services, such as Reading Hospital Rehabilitation at Wyomissing, home healthcare via Tower Health at Home, TowerDirect ambulance and emergency response, Tower Health Medical Group, Tower Health Providers (a clinically integrated network), and Tower Health Urgent Care facilities across its service area.