What are the responsibilities and job description for the PCA Personal Care Assistant position at LACOLE'S HEAL & TOUCH HOME CARE LLC?
Job Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Personal Care Assistant to provide essential support to patients in various healthcare settings, including hospitals and outpatient facilities. The ideal candidate will have experience in patient care, particularly in environments such as Level I and Level II Trauma Centers, and will be comfortable working with diverse populations, including geriatrics. This role is crucial in ensuring that patients receive the highest quality of care during their recovery process.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, grooming, and meal preparation.
- Monitor and report changes in patients' conditions to nursing staff.
- Provide emotional support and companionship to patients and their families.
- Help with mobility and transportation within the facility.
- Maintain a clean and safe environment for patients by adhering to health and safety protocols.
- Document patient care activities accurately and timely.
- Collaborate with healthcare professionals in various departments, including Hospital Medicine, Medical-Surgical, Emergency Medicine, PICU, Inpatient, and Outpatient settings.
Skills
- Strong understanding of patient care principles in both inpatient and outpatient environments.
- Experience working within Level I Trauma Centers or Level II Trauma Centers is preferred.
- Knowledge of medical terminology related to geriatrics and emergency medicine.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively interact with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
- Ability to work compassionately with individuals from diverse backgrounds while maintaining professionalism at all times.
- Strong organizational skills to manage multiple tasks efficiently while providing high-quality care.
Join our team as a Personal Care Assistant and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $11.58 - $12.39 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Home Health
Schedule:
- 4 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Evening shift
- Morning shift
- Night shift
- Overnight shift
- Rotating shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $12 - $12