Patient Care Assistant, Surgical Inpatient Services

Davita Inc.; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading nonprofit healthcare system is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for its Surgical Inpatient Services in Long Beach, CA. This full-time position offers competitive pay and a signing bonus, focusing on patient care and safety, with responsibilities including daily living activities. Join a team committed to high-quality healthcare and employee support.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient care activities under supervision of licensed personnel.
• Recognizes and reports changing patient care needs.
• Documents findings and maintains patient privacy.

Job description

Title: Patient Care Assistant

Location: Long Beach, CA

Department: Surgical Inpatient Services

Status: Full-time

Shift: Nights (12hr)

Pay Range*: $21.45/hr - $24.40/hr

$1,500 signing bonus available to external hires new to MHS employment, contingent upon satisfaction of employment requirements.

MemorialCare is a nonprofit integrated health system that includes four leading hospitals, award-winning medical groups - consisting of over 200 sites of care, and more than 2,000 physicians throughout Orange and Los Angeles Counties. We are committed to increasing access to patient-centric, affordable, and high-quality healthcare; your personal contributions are integral to MemorialCare's recognition as a market leader and innovator in value-based and other care models.

Across our family of medical centers, we support each one of our bright, talented employees in reaching the highest levels of professional development, contribution, collaboration, and accountability.Whatever your role and whatever expertise you bring, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your full potential in an environment of respect, innovation, and teamwork.

Position Summary

Under direct supervision of licensed personnel, the Patient Care Assistant is responsible for performing activities of daily living for patients and generally assist with the unit activities that support patient care in the Surgical Inpatient Services at MemorialCare Long BeachMedical Center. The Patient Care Assistant facilitates a safe, clean working environment and contributes to the health and safety of patients.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities of the Job

*Under the supervision of licensed personnel, performs patient care activities as identified on Patient Care Assistant competency checklist.

*Recognizes and reports changing patient care needs to the registered nurse.

*Documents findings and maintains privacy in patient's medical record in compliance with unit specific standards and systems.

*Provides emotional and physical comfort to patients and provides a safe environment for patients. Responsible for maintenance of the department equipment, reporting and follow-up of equipment in need of repairs

*Placement in the pay range is based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, relevant years of experience and qualifications. In addition to base pay, there may be additional compensation available for this role, including but not limited to, shift differentials, extra shift incentives, and bonus opportunities. Health and wellness is our passion at MemorialCare-that includes taking good care of employees and their dependents. We offer high quality health insurance plan options, so you can select the best choice for your family. And there's more...Check out ourMemorialCare Benefitsfor more information about our Benefits and Rewards.