What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Assistant position at Distro?
PATIENT CARE ASSISTANT — Franciscan Orthopedic Surgery Center
• Job Type: Full-time
• Work Location: In-person
• Local candidates required
What you will do:
• Perform delegated patient care activities as directed by the RN or medical staff after documented training, aligned with the patient’s age-specific needs to ensure safe, accurate, high-quality treatment.
• Document patient care accurately.
• Participate in unit organization, cleaning, and safety activities.
• Maintain unit supplies, prepare patient rooms and medical records, enter charges, and answer the multi-line telephone to support efficient unit operations.
• Answer patient questions about the treatment plan within the expected scope or refer to an RN when appropriate.
• Make rounds and respond promptly to patient requests.
• Assist with patient admission, transfer, and discharge as directed.
What it takes to succeed:
• Minimum one year of healthcare experience.
• Knowledge of procedures and protocols necessary for patient safety.
• Understanding of common medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
• Flexibility with staffing and adaptability to changes in patient care practice.
• High attention to detail with strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Ability to display empathy while multitasking in a fast-paced environment.
• Tactful, constructive response to feedback and ability to work well with others.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Qualifications & Certifications:
• High School Diploma/GED (Preferred)
• One year prior experience in a healthcare-related field (Preferred)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) — American Heart Association (Preferred)
Benefits:
• 401(k) matching
• Disability insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Retirement plan
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