Patient Care Assistant, Medical/Surgical

State College, Pennsylvania


Employer: Penn Highlands Healthcare
Industry: Support Services
Salary: Competitive
Job type: Full-Time

Penn Highlands Healthcare has been awarded on the Forbes list of Best-in-State Employers 2022. This prestigious award is presented by Forbes and Statistica Inc., the world leading statistics portal and industry ranking provider.

***$3,000 Sign-On/Retention Bonus for Qualified Candidates***

AS A PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT, you'll be responsible for assisting in the total nursing care for all patients utilizing standards of care.

QUALIFICATIONS:

  • Have a high school diploma or equivalent
  • Current Pennsylvania nursing assistant, EMT, or Paramedic certification
    • or Completion of nursing assistant course
    • or Completion of clinical medical assistant program
    • or Completion of one semester of nursing school (RN or LPN program)
    • or Current experience as nursing assistant
  • Have Healthcare Provider (CPR) certification within 6 months of hire
  • Have Comprehensive Crisis Management certification within 18 months of start date in department/position
  • Have ability to work flexible hours including shift, weekends, holidays, etc.
  • Have previous floor care experience (preferred)
  • Have a commitment to customer service
  • Have ability to meet physical requirements of position

WHAT WE OFFER:

  • Competitive Compensation based on experience
  • Shift Differentials
  • Referral Bonus Opportunities
  • Professional Development
  • Supportive and Experienced Peers

BENEFITS:

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision offered the first month after start date
  • Paid Time Off
  • 403(b) retirement plan with company match
  • Flex Spending Account
  • 25% discount on all services at Penn Highlands Healthcare facilities
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Health & Wellness Programs

Created: 2024-05-15
Reference: 8533
Country: United States
State: Pennsylvania
City: State College