Patient Care Associate - Full-time | First Shift | Monday - Friday | Ambulatory Care

Wexner Medical Center; Powell (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center seeks a Patient Care Associate (PCA) to join a care team on a patient care unit. The PCA collaborates with Registered Nurses to deliver patient care and support services, contributing to patient outcomes and family involvement in care plans.

We value cooperation, enthusiasm, and mutual respect. The role may require after-hire PCA training, background checks, and potential drug screening as part of the hiring process.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous patient care experience in an acute care hospital setting preferred.
• Successful completion of PCA training course required after hire.

Skills

customer service

organizational skills

time management

Education

High School diploma or GED

PCA training course

Job description

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The Patient Care Associate (PCA) functions as an integral member of a team of care providers on a patient care unit, reflect a culture of cooperation, enthusiasm, and mutual respect. The team, consisting of the Registered Nurse, and the Patient Care Associate 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 services levels, and reducing decreasing costs. Patients and their family will experience the benefits of patient focused care through the integrated skills of all care team members. The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is committed to enhancing the quality of care our patients receive.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Previous patient care experience in an acute care hospital setting preferred
• Strong customer service, organizational and time management skills
• Successful completion of PCA training course required after hire

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Thank you for your interest in working at Ohio State.

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.