What are the responsibilities and job description for the PCA Personal Care Assistant position at Andmore Care?
Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Personal Care Assistant to provide essential support to individuals in need of assistance with daily living activities. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of emergency medicine and medical-surgical practices, particularly in settings such as Level I and Level II Trauma Centers. This role is crucial for ensuring the comfort and well-being of patients, particularly in geriatric care, inpatient, outpatient, and specialized units like PICU and OR.
Duties
- Assist patients with daily living activities including bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation.
- Monitor patient health by observing vital signs and reporting any changes to medical staff.
- Provide companionship and emotional support to enhance the quality of life for patients.
- Help with mobility and transportation needs within healthcare facilities.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients by adhering to hygiene standards.
- Document patient care activities accurately and timely in compliance with healthcare regulations.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals to develop personalized care plans tailored to individual patient needs.
Qualifications
- Previous experience in a caregiving role or healthcare setting is preferred.
- Knowledge of emergency medicine practices is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with medical-surgical procedures, particularly in trauma care environments (Level I and Level II Trauma Centers).
- Experience working with geriatric populations or in specialized units such as PICU or OR is a plus.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
- Compassionate demeanor with a genuine desire to help others.
- Ability to follow instructions accurately while maintaining patient confidentiality at all times.
This position offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those you assist while working within a supportive team environment dedicated to providing high-quality care.
Please email resume to care@andmorecare.com and have three days/times that you can have a phone interview.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour
Expected hours: 10 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
Medical Specialty:
- Home Health
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Rotating shift
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Driver's License (Preferred)
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Cincinnati, OH 45233 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Cincinnati, OH 45233: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $18 - $19