Perioperative Patient Care Aide — Compassionate Support

Penn Medicine, University of Pennsylvania Health System; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine in Lancaster, PA is seeking a Full Time unit support role to assist with the delivery of direct, non-licensed patient care under supervision. This position supports environmental management and patient safety in a busy hospital setting.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and CPR/BLS certification within 30 days of hire. The role requires accurate documentation, teamwork and compassionate patient care within a leading academic medical center.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent (GED).
• CPR/BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Ability to document accurately and comply with unit/department standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist with delivery of direct, non-licensed patient care under supervision.
• Environment management and safety duties including cleaning and equipment inventory.
• Supply management and basic clerical tasks such as stocking and scheduling when required.
• Document patient information accurately and promptly; report changes to the RN.
• Assist with admission, transfer and discharge procedures; respond to patient calls.

Skills

Teamwork

Documentation

Patient safety

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Penn Medicine in Lancaster, PA is seeking a Full Time unit support role to assist with the delivery of direct, non-licensed patient care under supervision. This position supports environmental management and patient safety in a busy hospital setting.

Applicants must have a high school diploma or GED and CPR/BLS certification within 30 days of hire. The role requires accurate documentation, teamwork and compassionate patient care within a leading academic medical center.