Patient Care Assistant

PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT — Franciscan Orthopedic Surgery Center • Job Type: Full-time • Work Location: In-person • Local candidates required What you will do: • Perform delegated patient care activities as directed by the RN or medical staff after documented training, aligned with the patient’s age-specific needs to ensure safe, accurate, high-quality treatment. • Document patient care accurately. • Participate in unit organization, cleaning, and safety activities. • Maintain unit supplies, prepare patient rooms and medical records, enter charges, and answer the multi-line telephone to support efficient unit operations. • Answer patient questions about the treatment plan within the expected scope or refer to an RN when appropriate. • Make rounds and respond promptly to patient requests. • Assist with patient admission, transfer, and discharge as directed. What it takes to succeed: • Minimum one year of healthcare experience. • Knowledge of procedures and protocols necessary for patient safety. • Understanding of common medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology. • Flexibility with staffing and adaptability to changes in patient care practice. • High attention to detail with strong organizational and analytical skills. • Ability to display empathy while multitasking in a fast-paced environment. • Tactful, constructive response to feedback and ability to work well with others. • Strong written and verbal communication skills. Qualifications & Certifications: • High School Diploma/GED (Preferred) • One year prior experience in a healthcare-related field (Preferred) • Basic Life Support (BLS) — American Heart Association (Preferred) Benefits: • 401(k) matching • Disability insurance • Flexible spending account • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid sick time • Retirement plan   #HireFinder #LI-PROMOTED #LI-Onsite