Patient Care Associate – Acute Care & Trauma

University of Mississippi Medical Center; Jackson (MS); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS seeks a Patient Care Associate for Adult Acute Care - Trauma/Surgery on 3 North. The PCA assists nurses with daily living activities, promotes safety, and supports patient well-being in a fast-paced unit.

Responsibilities include assisting with bathing, dressing, mobility, meal service, responding to call lights, and documenting basic patient care activities while maintaining infection control practices.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED.
• BLS/CPR certification required or obtained post-hire within 3 months.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Ability to perform patient care tasks safely and with compassion.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, mobility).
• Support nursing staff and patients with daily living activities and basic care needs.
• Respond promptly to call lights and communicate patient requests to nurses.
• Escort patients within the facility and assist with meal service.
• Maintain infection control, safety, and a clean patient environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Physical tasks

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma/GED

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

The University of Mississippi Medical Center in Jackson, MS seeks a Patient Care Associate for Adult Acute Care - Trauma/Surgery on 3 North. The PCA assists nurses with daily living activities, promotes safety, and supports patient well-being in a fast-paced unit.

Responsibilities include assisting with bathing, dressing, mobility, meal service, responding to call lights, and documenting basic patient care activities while maintaining infection control practices.