PCA/Medical Assistant Trainee

daytonchildrens; Miamisburg (OH); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Job summary

Dayton Children's is seeking a PCA/MA Trainee in the Community Based Pediatrics - South department for a part-time schedule (24 hours). The trainee will participate in a structured MA training program to develop the knowledge, technical skills, and professional behaviors needed to provide safe, high‑quality patient care under supervision.

Under qualified staff, the trainee supports patient intake, vital signs, rooming, basic clinical and administrative tasks, and collaborates with the care team.

Qualifications

• HSD/GED required.
• PCA/MA training or enrollment in health care program required.
• 1–2 years STNA experience in hospital setting preferred.
• CPR preferred at hire, but must be obtained within 2 weeks of start date.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work with patients and families.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient intake and rooming.
• Obtain and document vital signs.
• Prepare examination rooms, maintain supplies and equipment.
• Assist with basic clinical and administrative tasks.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families and care team.
• Support clinic flow and adapt to changing census and needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Facility:

Dayton Children's - South Campus

Department:

Community Based Pediatrics - South

Schedule:

Part time

Hours:

24

Job Details:

The PCA/MA Trainee is an entry-level clinical support team member who participates in a structured MA training program to develop the knowledge, technical skills, and professional behaviors needed to provide safe, high-quality patient care while working as a PCA in the clinic. Under the direction and supervision of qualified clinical staff, the trainee learns to support patient intake and rooming, obtain and document vital signs, prepare examination rooms, assist with basic clinical and administrative tasks, maintain supplies and equipment, and communicate effectively with patients, families, and members of the care team Responsible for assisting the clinical team in completion of patient care activities. Demonstrates strong communication skills, accepts delegated tasks and has the knowledge and understanding to ask questions and report patient information as indicated. The PCA promotes a patient and family experience-oriented environment and acts as a change agent to meet the rapidly changing census and needs of all customers-both internal and external. The PCA measures and records vital signs, assists with clinic flow and supports the clinical and clerical roles in the clinic. Upon successful completion of an MA program, the trainee is expected to be prepared to perform the responsibilities of a Medical Assistant (MA) in accordance with organizational policies and applicable scope-of-practice requirements.

Department Specific Job Details:

Education:

• HSD/GED is required

Experience:

• PCA / MA training or experience or actively enrolled in a health care related education program is required


• 1-2 years STNA experience in hospital setting is preferred

Certification/Licensure:

• CPR is preferred at hire, but must be obtained within 2 weeks of start date