Patient Care Assistant Medical Oncology

Southwest General • Middleburg Heights, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Southwest General Health Center is a 352-bed community hospital located in Middleburg Heights, Ohio. One of the last standing community hospitals in Northeast Ohio, we partner with University Hospitals and other local community organizations to provide a full range of services to all who need us. We are certified as a Level III Trauma Center and a Primary Stroke Center, and have been serving our community for over 100 years! Why work at SWGHC? In addition to the outstanding culture, we offer great benefits, no rotating shifts, free parking and are close to the turnpike and I71. Come join our team! #loveajobthatlovesyouback PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT 2D MEDICAL ONCOLOGY 2D is a 32 bed medical oncology unit that also sees Breakthrough Program and occasional telemetry patients. It is a busy unit and a great place for new grad nurses to build and solidify their skills. Friendly, upbeat staff provide excellent patient care while focusing on teamwork to help the unit run smoothly. No call or rotating shifts. POSITION SUMMARY: A caregiver that is responsible for providing or assisting with patients' care, transporting, maintaining a safe and clean environment, monitoring equipment function and responsible for documenting on appropriate forms. The Patient Care Assistant must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to age groups according to specific chronological age, developmental age and/or psycho-social maturity.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Six (6) months of prior healthcare experience preferred.
• BLS required, may obtain within 90 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• STNA preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• providing or assisting with patients' care
• transporting
• maintaining a safe and clean environment
• monitoring equipment function
• responsible for documenting on appropriate forms

Benefits

• great benefits
• no rotating shifts
• free parking
• close to the turnpike and I71

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED