Patient Care Associate - Emergency Department Observation Unit

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Associate to join the Emergency Department Observation Unit on University Hospital. The PCA provides direct and indirect patient care under RN supervision, supporting the care team to meet patient needs and enhance outcomes.

Responsibilities include assisting with daily care activities, coordinating with family and team members, and ensuring adherence to unit protocols.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• One year of hospital aide experience or EMT certification or PCA training.
• Experience in an acute care environment preferred.
• Must meet mandatory educational and health requirements.
• Demonstrates computer skills required to meet job functions.

Responsibilities

• Provide a variety of direct and indirect patient care activities under RN supervision.
• Collaborate with patient, family and care team to achieve patient care outcomes.
• Assist with daily patient care tasks and prioritization on the unit.
• Support the care team in reducing length of stay and improving service levels.

Skills

Computer skills

Education

High school Graduate or GED

EMT certification or PCA training

Job description

Job Title: Patient Care Associate - Emergency Department Observation Unit

Department: University Hospital | Emergency Department Observation Unit

Scope of Position

The Ohio State University Medical Center is committed to enhancing the quality of care provided to patients. The Patient Care Associate (PCA) functions as an integral member of a team of care providers on a patient care unit, who reflect a culture of cooperation, enthusiasm, and mutual respect. The team, consisting of the RN-PCC, the Patient Care Associate (PCA), Student Nursing Assistant (SNA), and the Unit Clerical Associate (UCA) provides patient care and supportive services that are directed towards achievement of patient care outcomes, maximizing the patient’s involvement in his/her own plan of care, improving service levels, reducing the length of hospitalization and decreasing costs. Patients and their family will experience the benefits of patient focused care through the integrated skills of all care team members.

Position Summary

The PCA is responsible for providing a variety of direct and indirect patient care activities as supervised and directed by the Registered Nurse. Care is provided in collaboration with the patient, family, and other members of the patient focused care team. Overall responsibilities are to assist the team in meeting patient care needs.

Minimum Qualifications For Hire

• High school Graduate or GED certificate required.
• One year of experience as a hospital aide, EMT certification, completion a military corpsman training program with direct patient cared experience required or successful completion of the PCA training course required.
• Experience in an acute care environment preferred.
• On going: Demonstrated competence to meet essential job functions.
• Maintains knowledge related to patient care issues, quality improvement, cost reduction, and current policies, procedures, and protocols.
• Meets mandatory educational and health requirements.
• Demonstrates computer skills required to meet job functions.

Additional Information

Location: University Hospital - Rhodes Hall (0354)

Position Type: Regular

Scheduled Hours: 36

Shift: Varying Shifts

Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.

The university is an equal opportunity employer, including veterans and disability.

Ohio State benefits give you options to take care of what matters most to you — and opportunities to make adjustments as your life and needs change, including:

• Medical, dental and vision coverage, with Ohio State paying a significant portion of the cost.
• Paid time off, including sick and vacation time and 11 holidays.
• State retirement plan or an alternative retirement plan, both with generous employer contributions.

As Buckeyes, we accomplish more together. No matter your role, you’ll be part of creating what people need now: pathways to education, research and health care. Working at Ohio State means you’re part of a team with a strong sense of community and an unwavering commitment to excellence — and, of course, incomparable Buckeye spirit. We bring out the best in people, help each other succeed and learn together. By joining Ohio State, you become part of a top-20 public university with one of America’s leading academic health centers. We’re a team of dedicated colleagues with access to boundless resources that support you.