Roxborough Memorial Hospital·Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
The Patient Care Assistant supports patients with daily living activities and provides fundamental nursing care under the guidance of a Registered Nurse. This role also involves assisting in maintaining a safe environment within the unit.
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Roxborough Memorial Hospital is a 131-bed community hospital.
The hospital has been serving the medical and health care needs of the Roxborough, Manayunk, East Falls and northwest section of Philadelphia communities for more than a century, having first opened its doors in 1890.
Roxborough Memorial Hospitals School of Nursing has been educating nurses since 1898.
The hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, the nation's oldest and largest hospital accreditation agency.
The Patient Care Assistant assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to all patients and assists in maintenance of a safe environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, TRAINING 1. High School Diploma or equivalent.2. Current Phlebotomy certification upon hire, preferred.3. Current EKG certification upon hire, preferred.4. Current BLS (AHA) within 30 days of hire and maintain current 5. Possesses knowledge of Medical Terminology.6. Minimum six months previous experience in an acute care hospital or physician’s office preferred. Employment Status Full Time Shift Nights Equal Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf
Candidates must possess a High School Diploma or equivalent and knowledge of Medical Terminology. Preferred qualifications include current Phlebotomy and EKG certifications, along with a minimum of six months of experience in an acute care hospital or physician's office.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, Patient Care Assistant roles are commonly tied to ongoing hospital staffing needs, especially in acute care settings where experienced support staff help maintain patient flow and bedside care. Competition can be strong because employers often prefer candidates with direct Nursing Assistant hospital experience, current BLS certification, and a high school diploma or GED. Review the unit type and shift details closely, and compare the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here with the original posting to save time on research.
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