Patient Care Assistant II (PCA) - Central Support

Company: Rady Children's Hospital San Diego
Location: San Diego
Posted on: April 24, 2025

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of a licensed care practitioner, the Patient Care Assistant II provides and documents clinical care and associated tasks as assigned. Applies appropriate age and developmental approach in application of care. Regularly performs a supportive role to physicians nurses and families in the delivery of patient care by assisting patient care delivery team with emergency calls and clinical communications and performing admission discharge and transfer workflows. Responds to emergency codes by performing appropriate protocols and identifying, initiating and using vital resources. Prepares and maintains patient medical record on the clinical unit including the medical record discharge process. Enters compiles and reviews reports in a timely and accurate manner. Performs administrative duties as assigned.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

- Proven experience as PCA

- Committed to health & safety

- Well-organized

- Excellent communication and people skills

- Positive and conscientious demeanor

- Strong ethics

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

- High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent

- BLS for Healthcare Providers issued by the American Heart Association

One of the following:

1. Completion of a CNA or Medical Assistant program

2. Enrolled in a Registered Nurse program AND completed at least 1 clinical acute hospital rotation.

Knowledge of medical terminology

The Bernardy Center requires a current Certified Nursing Assistant certification

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate's Degree

Certified Medical Assistant

Certified Nursing Assistant

Completion of a RN/LVN pediatric rotation

More than one-year previous healthcare or unit clerk experience

Bilingual preferred

The expected hiring range for this position is $22.00 to $30.27

Rady Children's Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the "date posted" until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.

EOE including disability/vet

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