Personal Care Assistant – PCA/CNA

TEEMA Group; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

TEEMA Group is seeking a compassionate Personal Care Assistant (PCA) to join our San Jose, CA team in an adult day healthcare setting. You will assist seniors with daily living activities, monitor vitals, and collaborate with nurses and staff to ensure safety and comfort throughout shifts.

The position is full-time on-site for approximately 13 weeks, with steady schedule and opportunities to apply caregiving skills in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience providing personal care to seniors or medically vulnerable individuals.
• Experience using electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
• Experience assisting patients with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Knowledge of vital sign measurement and patient safety practices.
• Ability to follow instructions and work with a team.
• English reading/writing/speaking proficiency.
• Reliable transportation to the work location.
• California legal authorization to work.
• Willingness to work varied schedules.

Responsibilities

• Assist elderly patients with ADLs including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and hygiene.
• Provide safe, compassionate care promoting dignity and independence.
• Measure and document vital signs as instructed.
• Support mobility, transfers, and safe transportation of patients.
• Assist with meals and feeding; support daily activities and nutrition services.
• Document patient care in EMR and communicate changes to the team.
• Collaborate with nursing, nutrition, and activities staff to coordinate care.
• Attend required trainings and maintain privacy and confidentiality.

Skills

ADLs assistance

EMR systems

Vital signs monitoring

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

CDPH HHA certification or CNA certification

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Job Title:Personal Care Assistant – PCA
Job ID: 91068
Location:San Jose, California

Role Summary:

Are you a compassionate and dependable caregiver who enjoys making a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors? We are seeking a dedicated Personal Care Assistant (PCA) to join a supportive healthcare team in San Jose, CA!

In this rewarding role, you will provide hands-on personal care and daily living assistance to elderly patients in a welcoming adult day healthcare setting. You will help promote patient safety, independence, dignity, and overall well-being while supporting daily activities, nutrition services, and healthcare operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about senior care, enjoys working collaboratively, and wants to make a positive impact every day!

Duties & Responsibilities

Personal Care & Patient Support

• Assist elderly patients with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, laundry, and personal hygiene.

• Provide safe, compassionate, and respectful care while promoting patient comfort, dignity, and independence.

• Measure, monitor, and accurately document vital signs as instructed.

• Observe patients throughout the day center to maintain a safe and supportive environment.

• Promptly communicate changes in a patient’s condition to the supervisor or healthcare team.

Transportation & Mobility Assistance

• Assist patients with safely boarding and exiting transportation vehicles.

• Support safe patient transfers, including transfers in and out of their homes as assigned.

• Serve as a medical escort during transportation and medical appointments when needed.

• Follow appropriate safety procedures when assisting patients with mobility.

Nutrition & Daily Activities

• Assist with meal preparation and service, ensuring patients receive the correct meals.

• Provide feeding assistance when necessary.

• Support recreational, social, and engagement activities that encourage patient participation and well-being.

• Maintain personal care supplies, including incontinence products and grooming essentials.

• Clean and organize patient care areas between meals and activities.

Team Collaboration & Documentation

• Collaborate with nursing, nutrition, activities, and home care teams to provide coordinated patient support.

• Assist the Nutrition, Engagement, and Home Health departments as needed after receiving appropriate training.

• Maintain accurate and timely patient care documentation using electronic medical records.

• Communicate regularly with supervisors and team members regarding patient needs, workload, and priorities.

• Protect patient privacy and maintain confidentiality of patient, family, employee, and organizational information.

• Follow established policies, procedures, safety guidelines, and quality improvement initiatives.

• Attend required staff meetings, training sessions, and continuing education.

• Complete mandated occupational health screenings and training within required timelines.

• Perform duties within the authorized scope of the position and comply with applicable legal requirements.

• Demonstrate flexibility with assignments, including evenings, nights, weekends, or overtime as business needs require.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience providing personal care to frail, elderly, or medically vulnerable individuals.

• Experience using electronic medical record (EMR) systems.

• Experience assisting patients with activities of daily living (ADLs).

• Knowledge of vital sign measurement, meal service, and patient safety practices.

• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

• Ability to follow supervisory instructions and communicate patient needs effectively.

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while contributing to a collaborative team.

• Strong time management skills and ability to prioritize responsibilities in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

• Experience working respectfully with individuals from diverse cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds.

• Compassionate, patient-centered approach to caring for vulnerable seniors.

• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

• Reliable transportation to and from the assigned work location.

• Legal authorization to perform the position’s duties in California.

• Willingness and ability to accommodate varied schedules as required.

Education Requirements:

Must meet at least one of the following:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.

• California Department of Public Health (CDPH) Home Health Aide (HHA) certification or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification.
  Valid California Food Handler’s Certificate.

Preferred:

• Previous experience in adult day healthcare, senior care centers, assisted living, home health, or similar healthcare environments.

• Experience assisting patients with mobility, transfers, transportation, and recreational activities.

About the Healthcare Setting

This opportunity is with a healthcare organization dedicated to improving the quality of life of older adults through compassionate, coordinated, and personalized care.

The team focuses on helping seniors maintain their independence, remain socially engaged, and receive the daily assistance and healthcare support they need.

You’ll work alongside dedicated healthcare professionals who value teamwork, respect, patient safety, and high-quality care.

Location, Setting & Work Type

Location: San Jose, CA 95125
Setting: Adult Day Healthcare / Senior Care Center
Work Type: On-Site, Full-Time Contract
Contract Duration: Approximately 13 weeks
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week
Availability: Must be available for shifts scheduled between 6:30 AM and 6:30 PM
Transportation: Reliable transportation required