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Bronson Methodist Hospital

Southwest Michigan health system

Patient Care Assistant - Medical/Surgical Units

Nursing & Frontline Patient CarePosted on Nov 6
Part-timeKalamazoo, MI, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or GED is required.
  • Basic life support certification is required by the end of orientation and must be maintained throughout employment.
  • Candidates must demonstrate basic computer proficiency and be able to navigate electronic medical records.
  • Candidates must be able to communicate effectively with patients, families, visitors, and members of the healthcare team.
  • Candidates must be able to safely lift, move, transfer, and assist patients, including lifting up to 50 pounds and assisting with patient movement and transfers.
  • Candidates must meet the physical demands of the role and commit to patient safety, infection prevention, and quality care standards.
  • Candidates must have at least three weekdays available during the remaining 4–6 weeks of training; training cannot be completed exclusively on weekends.

Responsibilities

  • Assist patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, grooming, eating, and mobility.
  • Obtain and document vital signs and other patient information.
  • Support patient admissions, transfers, and discharges.
  • Answer call lights and respond to patient needs.
  • Assist with patient transport, ambulation, and repositioning.
  • Prepare patients for procedures and testing.
  • Communicate patient observations and concerns to the nursing team.
  • Document patient care accurately within the electronic medical record.
  • Maintain a safe, clean, and organized care environment.
  • Support patient safety initiatives and unit operations.

Desired Qualifications

  • Previous healthcare experience.
  • Certified Nursing Assistant certification.
  • Basic medical terminology knowledge.
  • Experience working with patients or customers in a service-oriented environment.

About the Company

Bronson Methodist Hospital

Southwest Michigan health system

Bronson Methodist Hospital is a nonprofit health system serving southwest Michigan. The system provides hospital, primary, specialty, emergency, outpatient, rehabilitation, and community health services through regional care locations. It serves patients, families, clinicians, referring providers, and communities throughout southwest Michigan. Its operating model centers on coordinated hospitals and practices supported by clinical programs, technology, facilities, supply chain, and administration. Teams work across nursing, physicians, allied health, rehabilitation, technology, facilities, administration, and patient access. Work depends on coordination among clinical, operational, technical, and support teams across its care settings and communities.

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