PCA Personal Care Assistant

$24,960 - $29,120/Yr

Angels Home Care - Pittsburgh, PA

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Pittsburgh, PA

Social Assistance

About the position

We are seeking a compassionate Personal Care Assistant to join our team at Angels Home Care Inc., a reputable healthcare facility located in Pittsburgh, PA. The ideal candidate will provide essential support to patients, assisting them with daily tasks and ensuring their well-being. This role is crucial in enhancing the quality of life for our patients, particularly those who are bedbound or require additional assistance due to medical conditions. As a Personal Care Assistant, you will be responsible for delivering personalized care and support, which includes helping patients with personal hygiene, mobility, and emotional support. You will work closely with healthcare professionals to follow care plans tailored to each patient's needs, ensuring that they receive the best possible care in a safe and comfortable environment. In this position, you will assist patients with personal care tasks such as bathing, grooming, and dressing. You will also help patients with mobility and physical therapy exercises, monitor their vital signs, and report any changes to the healthcare team. Providing companionship and emotional support is a key aspect of this role, as it helps to alleviate feelings of isolation and promotes mental well-being. Additionally, you will be responsible for ensuring that patients' living spaces are clean and organized, contributing to a healthy and pleasant environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients while gaining valuable experience in various healthcare settings.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with personal care tasks, such as bathing, grooming, and dressing.
• Help patients with mobility and physical therapy exercises.
• Monitor patient vital signs and report any changes to the healthcare team.
• Provide companionship and emotional support to patients.
• Ensure patients' living spaces are clean and organized.
• Follow care plans developed by healthcare professionals.

Requirements

• Experience in a healthcare setting, particularly in areas such as geriatrics, emergency medicine, or hospital medicine, is preferred.
• Familiarity with working in diverse healthcare environments like teaching hospitals or Level I Trauma Centers is a plus.
• Knowledge of medical-surgical procedures and protocols is beneficial.
• Previous experience in settings like outpatient clinics, inpatient units, PICUs, or other specialized care areas is advantageous.

Nice-to-haves

• BLS Certification (Preferred)

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling options for part-time and full-time positions.
• Opportunity to gain valuable experience in various healthcare settings.