Personal Care Assistant (PCA)/Med Tech - Southminster Place

Presbyterian SeniorCare Network; Washington (Washington County); On-site; USD 21,008 - 26,780; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Real-time access to earned wages

Affordable health coverage (medical, &

Vision plans

Life and disability coverage

Generous PTO

Retirement savings plan with company 0

Free parking and employee referralBon

Tuition forgiveness for LPNs

Mentorship programs

Job summary

Presbyterian SeniorCare Network is seeking a Personal Care Aide (PCA) / Med Tech at Southminster Place in Washington, PA. This part-time, casual role involves ADL support, medication monitoring, and assisting with daily activities for residents.

The Med Tech must understand the Medication Administration Cycle, report changes, and document medications, while collaborating with team members to maintain a person-centered culture for residents and families.

Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age with high school diploma or GED.
• Completion of certification requirements in Dementia Care and DHS Direct Care training during orientation period.
• Obtain and maintain certification in Medication Administration, CPR, and first aid.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing and toileting to support hygiene and self-esteem.
• Assist with meals and monitoring eating/drinking; accompany residents to activities.
• Assist with admissions, discharges and transfers to promote continuity of care.
• Collaborate with team members to provide person-centered care and support for residents and families.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Dementia Care Certification

DHS Direct Care Training

Medication Administration Certification

CPR Certification

First Aid Certification

Job description

Personal Care Aide (PCA)/Med Tech – Southminster Place

Washington, PA – Part-time, Casual; Hourly, Non-exempt; 2 shifts per week

Starting Pay: $15.25-$19.44 per hour; depending on shift and experience

Presbyterian SeniorCare Network provides compassionate, vibrant, and supportive communities for older adults that nurture the wholeness of body, mind, and spirit.

At Southminster Place, daily programs and activities provide residents with the physical, emotional, social, spiritual, and intellectual support best suited to their individual needs. A variety of team members assist our residents with medication monitoring, personal hygiene and grooming, dining services, housekeeping, and laundry. This fosters our residents’ independence, protects dignity, and respects personal choices.

The Personal Care Aide assists residents with activities of daily living (ADLs), including bathing and toileting, to ensure good hygiene, grooming and self-esteem; serves meals or monitors eating/drinking, accompanies residents to various activities, assists with admissions, discharges and transfers of residents to promote continuity of care. As a developmental opportunity within the role, the Med Tech must demonstrate knowledge of the Medication Administration Cycle: including observations, reporting of changes, visits to the practitioner, recording and storage of medication, and administration and documentation of medications. Both roles require collaboration with other team members to ensure a person-centered culture in meeting the needs and desires of residents and their families.

As a Presbyterian SeniorCare Network team member, you will be offered great PERKS and BENEFITS:

• Real-time access to earned wages – get up to 50% of your earned wages before payday.
• Affordable Family Health Coverage – Medical, dental & vision plans that won’t break the bank.
• Life and Disability Coverage -- Employer-paid short-term disability, company-paid life insurance for full-time team members.
• Generous PTO – Real work-life balance; recharge and renew.
• Retirement Savings Plan with Company Match – Secure your future while caring for others.
• Unique Perks – From free parking and employee referral bonuses to pet insurance and renter’s insurance.
• Employee Referral Bonuses – Rewarding you for bringing great talent.
• Tuition Forgiveness for LPNs – Presbyterian SeniorCare Network is the final payer for your LPN program with a 3-year tenure commitment.
• Person-Centered Onboarding – A warm welcome that sets you up for success.
• Apprenticeships & Mentorship – Formal opportunities to learn, grow, and be guided by experienced leaders.

Requirements for the Personal Care Aide/Med Tech:

• Must be 18 years of age with high school diploma or general education degree (GED).
• Completion of certification requirements in Dementia Care and DHS Direct Care training during orientation period.
• Obtain and maintain certification in Medication Administration, CPR, and first aid.