Patient Care Assistant, Med/Surg

AS A PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT, you'll be relied upon for prioritizing patient needs in order to assure their continuing comfort while providing direct and indirect supportive nursing care on our Acute Surgical Unit.

• $3,000 SIGN-ON/RETENTION BONUS AVAILABLE FOR QUALIFIED CANDIDATES*

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent or active enrollment in a health assistant program at a vocational school required

• Previous patient care experience or completion of one semester in a healthcare related field preferred

• Current CPR certification required or must be obtained within 6 months of hire

• Must have Comprehensive Crisis Management certification or be obtained within 12 months of hire

WHAT WE OFFER:

• Competitive Compensation based on experience
• Shift & Weekend Pay Differentials
• Professional Development
• Supportive and Experienced Peers

BENEFITS:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision offered the first of the month after your start date
• Paid Time Off
• 403b retirement plan with company match
• Flex Spending Account
• Company paid and voluntary life insurance
• 25% discount on services at all Penn Highlands Healthcare facilities
• PH DuBois Cafeteria Discount
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness Program through Virgin Pulse