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Patient Care AssistantPerforms routine patient care, support and services in accordance with the legal scope of practice and within established standards of care, policies, and procedures. Integrates education, technical competence and patient interaction skills to gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers. Exercises sound judgment, and developed clinical skills to support the patient's plan of care based on the diagnosis in a timely manner. Adheres to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety to help deliver optimal patient care.EDUCATION:HS Diploma or General Education Diploma (GED)CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE:BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare ProviderCNA - Certified Nursing Assistant highly preferredSKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:Proficiency in fundamental patient-care techniques, standard clinical procedures, and routine medical equipment use.Knowledge of appropriate emergency care for role (i.e. chest compressions, dialing 911)Ability to follow instructions, furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain patient care information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline.General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook).Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.Build collaborate relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.Job Shift: VariedSchedule: Per Diem/CasualShift Hours: 8Days of the Week: VariableWeekend Requirements: Every other WeekendBenefits: NoUnions: YesPosition Status: Non-ExemptWeekly Hours: 0Employee Status: Per Diem/CasualEmployees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.Pay Range is $31.85 to $36.61 / hourThe compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate's experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health's comprehensive total rewards program.