Scope of Position

The Patient Care Associate (PCA) functions as an integral member of a team of care providers on a patient care unit, reflect a culture of cooperation, enthusiasm, and mutual respect. The team, consisting of the Patient Care Coordinator (PCC), the Patient Care Associate (PCA), the Patient Services Associate (PSA) and the Unit Clerical Associate (UCA) provides patient care and supportive services that are directed towards achievement of patient care outcomes; maximizing the patient's involvement in his/her own plan of care; improving services levels reducing the length of hospitalization and decreasing costs. Patients and their family will experience the benefits of patient focused care through the integrated skills of all care team members. The Ohio State University Medical Center is committed to enhancing the quality of care our patients receive.

Position Summary

The Patient Care Associate is responsible for providing a variety of direct and indirect patient care activities as supervised and directed by the PCC, who is a registered nurse. Care is provided in collaboration with the patient, family and other member of the patient focused care team. Overall responsibilities are to assist the team in meeting patient care needs.

Minimum Education Required

HS Graduate or Equivalent or equivalent combination of education and experience

Required Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent education and experience required; Previous patient care experience in an acute care hospital setting preferred; Strong customer service, organizational and time management skills; Successful completion of PCA training course required after hire

Career Roadmap

FUNCTION
Clinical Support

SUB-FUNCTION
Patient Care Services

CAREER BAND
Individual Contributor - Technical

CAREER LEVEL