Patient Care Assistant (PCA), Emergency Department, Full-Time, Day
About The Position
A Patient Care Assistant (PCA) in the Emergency Department provides direct, culturally sensitive, and age-appropriate care to patients by assisting with daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, collecting specimens, and supporting clinical procedures under the direction of a registered nurse. They ensure patient safety, maintain a clean and organized environment, communicate effectively with patients, families, and staff, and respond appropriately to the diverse physical and behavioral health needs of the ED population. UC Health is hiring a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to support the Emergency Department at UC Medical Center.
Requirements
- High school or GED
Responsibilities
- Provides direct, culturally sensitive, and age-appropriate care to patients.
- Assists with daily living activities.
- Monitors vital signs.
- Collects specimens.
- Supports clinical procedures under the direction of a registered nurse.
- Ensures patient safety.
- Maintains a clean and organized environment.
- Communicates effectively with patients, families, and staff.
- Responds appropriately to the diverse physical and behavioral health needs of the ED population.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Employee Paid Short- and Long-Term Disability
- 401K
- Tuition Reimbursement Opportunities
- Community Discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
