Patient Care Assistant

Penn State Health - Community Medical Group

Location: US:PA: Mechanicsburg

Work Type: Full Time

FTE: 1.00

Shift: Day

Hours: 8 hours a day, 40 hours a week

Recruiter Contact: Nicole Cox at nlaverty@pennstatehealth.psu.edu (MAILTO://nlaverty@pennstatehealth.psu.edu)

SUMMARY OF POSITION:

Under direction of a Physician or Advanced Practice Provider, contributes to the basic patient care activities and related non-professional services necessary to continue operations within the clinic. Actual job tasks may vary depending on the clinic assigned.

Silver Creek and Family Practice Mechanicsburg is located right off the Carlisle Pike in the center of many businesses and shops, and can make for an easy commute Family Practice serves all ages 0-100, where one gets to grow with their patients and get to know them. This clinic will see around 100 patients a day and is looking for a team-oriented, flexible individual who likes to work in a fast-paced environment. Join a great team in the Medical Group today **All hires are required to commute to the Hershey, PA area for a week and a half of training at the beginning of employment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES- The percentage of time spent performing essential functions is 95%. Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:

• Provide patient care as directed by the provider in meeting the needs of rooming and comfort of each patient.

• Obtain and document vital signs.

• Obtain noninvasive specimens and maintain the integrity in accordance with policy, procedure, and physician order.

• Perform EKGs as assigned, following accepted practices, policies, procedures, and physician order.

• Provide for or assist patients with mobility and intake within the clinic setting. Assist in problem solving and troubleshooting in the care and maintenance of equipment and assists in ensuring adequate supplies are available within the clinic.

• Complete clerical responsibilities for task completion based on ability and training.

• Treat all patients, family, and other visitors with respect, and engage with them in a tactful manner at all times

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):

• High School Diploma or equivalent

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within six (6) months of hire

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?

Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.

Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:

• Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).

• Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.

• Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.

• Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.

• Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.

WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MEDICAL GROUP?

#WeAre committed to providing patient- and family-centered care to all patients -and skillfully handle needs at every level of complexity utilizing our shared governance model of care. The Medical Group is constructed of both primary care and multi-specialty offices that are striving to make a difference in each patient's healthcare routine. Working alongside seasoned professionals, you will be spearheading the mission of Penn State Health to provide the highest quality care to all patients within their local community Working with us means being part of a team that strives to provide excellent patient care every day, but also one that works together to set and achieve goals, build on the Penn State Health legacy and create new possibilities for the future.

YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE'LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence - that's Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That's all you.

This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.

Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health's policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.

Position Patient Care Assistant - Family Community Medicine

Location US:PA:Mechanicsburg | Medical Assistant | Full Time

Req ID 86634