Job Summary
The Patient Care Assistant delivers compassionate, culturally sensitive support to patients in a clinical setting. The role includes helping patients with everyday care, observing and reporting vital signs, assisting with clinical procedures, and contributing to a clean, safe, and well-organized care environment. Clear communication with patients, families, and healthcare staff is central to the position.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living while providing respectful, culturally sensitive care.
- Monitor vital signs and communicate relevant observations to the care team.
- Support clinical procedures as needed.
- Help maintain a clean, safe, and orderly environment for patients and staff.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families, and colleagues.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED.
- Current STNA certification, or completion of a clinical rotation or PCA Novice Program.
- Strong communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
UC Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
