Patient Care Assistant, Acute Care
Penn Highlands Healthcare4 months ago
Huntingdon, PA, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
AS A PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT
you will be responsible for providing a variety of non-professional services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of the patients.
$1,500 SIGN ON/RETENTION BONUS FOR QUALIFIED CANDIDATES.
QUALIFICATIONS
- High school graduate or equivalent required
- One year of patient care, EMT, or pre-hospital emergency experience preferred
- Current Pennsylvania nursing assistant, EMT, or paramedic certification; completion of nursing assistant course; completion of clinical medical assistant program; completion of one semester of nursing school (RN or LPN program); or current experience as a nursing assistant
- Healthcare Provider CPR certification required within 6 months of hire, Comprehensive Crisis Management certification within 18 months of hire required
WHAT WE OFFER:
- Shift Differentials
- Professional Development
- Supportive and Experienced Peers
BENEFITS:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- Paid Time Off
- 25% discount on all services at Penn Highlands Healthcare facilities
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Required Skills
CPR certification
Emergency medical response
Crisis management
Patient care
Clinical assistance