Patient Care Associate - VARIED SHIFT - Surgical Services Preoperative Postanesthesia Care Unit

Penn State Health; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn State Health is seeking a Patient Care Associate for varied shifts in the Surgical Services Preoperative Postanesthesia Care Unit. This entry-level position involves assisting with basic patient care activities under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, ensuring patient comfort and support. The role offers opportunities for growth in a dynamic healthcare environment, with comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and tuition reimbursement.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification required prior to orientation completion.

Responsibilities

• Contributes to basic patient care activities under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Provides non-professional services necessary for patient comfort.

Skills

Patient care experience

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

Job description

Patient Care Associate - VARIED SHIFT - Surgical Services Preoperative Postanesthesia Care Unit

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Penn State Health - Hampden Medical Center

Location: US:PA: Enola

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 0.90

Shift: Varied

Evening Shift Differential: $2.00/hour

Hours: day/evening

Recruiter Contact: Amanda A. Frankhouser at [e-mail]

Summary of Position

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, the Patient Care Associate contributes to basic patient care activities and related non-professional services necessary for caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. Actual job tasks may vary depending on the unit or department assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• BLS certification required prior to orientation completion, obtained through Penn State Health or American Heart Association (AHA).

Preferred Qualifications

• Patient care experience in hospital, rehabilitation, nursing home, or in-home health setting preferred.

Why Penn State Health?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Our benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage with no waiting period, a Total Rewards Program, wellness programs, paid time off, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Why Penn State Health Hampden Medical Center?

Hampden Medical Center provides acute inpatient services to Cumberland, Perry, and York counties, featuring 108 private inpatient beds and an outpatient medical office building.

We foster a culture of excellence with state-of-the-art equipment, continuous learning, and a commitment to your well-being. All applicants will undergo a background check. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity.

Additional Information

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care