Scripps Health Administrative Services supports our five hospitals and 19 outpatient facilities, which treat half a million patients annually through 2,600 affiliated physicians.

This is a Full-Time (72 hours per pay period), with a 12-hour DAY shift, on variable days of the week including holidays and weekends.

Located at Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego (Hillcrest).

Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego is located in the heart of Hillcrest. Founded in 1890 by the Sisters of Mercy, Scripps Mercy Hospital is San Diego's longest established hospital, the only Catholic medical center and the largest teaching hospital in the region located in the heart of Hillcrest.

We invite you to join our highly engaged Medical/Surgical Acute Overflow team of Patient Care Assistant's and be a key member of an outstanding clinical care team. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and provide excellent service to patients.

The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) provides excellent service to patients as a key member of the clinical care team.

* Assists patients with personal needs and activities of daily living, collects data, and ensures the patient has a safe, organized environment.

* Assists with patient care within the scope permitted and under the direction of a clinician.

* Supports the unit with a variety of patient logistic, clerical, equipment/supply, and charge reconciliation duties.

Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification:

* CNA certification.

* Preferred one-year acute care experience

Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:

* One year of recent experience working under the license of a licensed healthcare provider OR

* current enrollment or completion of Nursing Assistant training from a recognized school OR

* current enrollment in an RN program with completion of the second semester, including nursing fundamentals.

* Must be able to speak, read and follow instruction in English.

* Excellent interpersonal skills with a service aptitude.

* Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care provider

Scripps Health is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity/expression), age, marital status, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.

Position Pay Range: $21.85-$29.00/hour