ZipRecruiter

Log In

1

Good Samaritan Pca Jobs (NOW HIRING)

next page

Showing results 1-20

All JobsGood Samaritan Pca Jobs

Good Samaritan Pca information

See salary details

$9

$14

$18

How much do good samaritan pca jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for good samaritan pca in the United States is $14.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.26 and $16.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Good Samaritan PCA?

A Good Samaritan PCA (Personal Care Assistant) is a caregiver who provides essential daily living assistance to individuals who are elderly, disabled, or recovering from illness, typically within their homes. The role involves helping clients with activities such as bathing, dressing, meal preparation, light housekeeping, and medication reminders. Good Samaritan PCAs often work for agencies or organizations focused on compassionate, client-centered care, ensuring that each individual receives support tailored to their specific needs. Their goal is to improve the quality of life and promote independence for those they assist.

What is the difference between Good Samaritan Pca vs Home Health Aide?

AspectGood Samaritan PcaHome Health Aide
CertificationsCPR, First Aid, PCA certificationCPR, First Aid, HHA certification
Work EnvironmentAssists clients in private homes, facilitiesProvides care in patients' homes, healthcare settings
Employer & IndustrySenior care agencies, healthcare providersHome health agencies, hospice, hospitals

Both Good Samaritan PCAs and Home Health Aides provide in-home personal care and assistance with daily activities. The main differences lie in certifications and job scope, with HHA roles often requiring specific state certifications. Both roles are essential in the healthcare industry, focusing on patient comfort and support in home settings.

What are some common challenges faced by Good Samaritan PCAs when providing in-home care, and how can they be managed?

Good Samaritan Personal Care Assistants (PCAs) often encounter challenges such as managing diverse client needs, adapting to varying home environments, and balancing emotional boundaries while offering compassionate support. Building strong communication skills and staying organized can help address these challenges. Additionally, seeking regular feedback from supervisors and utilizing available training resources can provide valuable guidance and support, ensuring both the PCA and client have a positive experience.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Good Samaritan PCA (Personal Care Assistant), and why are they important?

To thrive as a Good Samaritan PCA, you need a solid understanding of personal care tasks, basic healthcare knowledge, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with care documentation systems and completion of PCA or CPR certification are typically required. Compassion, patience, and strong interpersonal communication set exceptional PCAs apart when supporting clients' everyday needs. These skills are vital for ensuring clients' safety, dignity, and well-being while fostering trust and comfort in home care environments.
What cities are hiring for Good Samaritan Pca jobs? Cities with the most Good Samaritan Pca job openings:
What are the most commonly searched types of Good Samaritan Pca jobs? The most popular types of Good Samaritan Pca jobs are:
What states have the most Good Samaritan Pca jobs? States with the most job openings for Good Samaritan Pca jobs include:
What job categories do people searching Good Samaritan Pca jobs look for? The top searched job categories for Good Samaritan Pca jobs are:
Good Samaritan Pca jobs near you
Infographic showing various Good Samaritan Pca job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Part Time. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $30,074 per year, or $14.5 per hour.
Patient Care Assistant - Float Pool

Patient Care Assistant - Float Pool

MultiCare Health System

Puyallup, WA • On-site

$22.67 - $33.66/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 15 days ago

MultiCare Health System rating

7.6

Company rating: 7.6 out of 10

Based on 268 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

187th of 875 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Join a team that shares your calling

At MultiCare, you're more than just a job title - you're part of a team built on trust that cares for each other, our patients and our communities. Belonging here means living our mission and values every day. If your purpose and passions align with ours, you'll find a place to grow, do meaningful work and build a career you love in a community that feels like home.


FTE: .75, Shift: Day, Schedule: TBD

Position Summary

The Patient Care Assistant is an excellent opportunity for supporting comprehensive health care services for patients and families. This role works withing the Occupational Medicine team, assisting RNs and physicians within the scope of nursing practices. For individuals with strong interpersonal skills, this is an ideal opportunity to explore your career in the nursing.
As a PCA at MultiCare, you will collaborate with the entire nursing staff and enjoy daily variety and problem-solving opportunities.

Responsibilities

  • You will perform patient care as directed by RN/physician
  • You will provide assistance through dressing changes, data gathering, documentation and vital signs
  • Partner by implementing your service-oriented attitude, professional integrity, and solid decision-making capacities
  • You will effectively prioritize and apply organization and flexibility to your work duties

Requirements

  • Certification as a Nursing Assistant in the State of Washington
  • Current enrollment in an accredited RN program may replace the certification requirement; For students currently enrolled in an accredited RN program, Registration as a Nurse's Assistant is required
  • Successfully completed a Basic Life Support (BLS) course for the Healthcare provider and has a current card
  • Patient care experience (institutional) of one (1) year or more strongly preferred

About Good Samaritan Hospital

MultiCare Good Samaritan Hospital is a 388-bed acute-care hub serving Puyallup and East Pierce County. As the area's only hospital, it features a Family Birth Center, Level III Trauma and Neonatal ICUs, Level I Trauma Rehabilitation Center, Children's Therapy Unit and a 24-hour Emergency Department. Innovative facilities like the LEED Gold-certified Dally Tower and Pulse Heart Institute make Good Samaritan a dynamic workplace for clinicians eager to advance their careers in a state-of-the-art environment.

About the Puyallup Community

Nestled at the foot of Mount Rainier along the Puyallup River, Puyallup offers a welcoming small-town feel just 10 miles from Tacoma and 35 miles from Seattle. Residents enjoy unique dining, an antique-filled downtown, excellent schools and abundant parks and recreation - all while being close to big-city opportunities.

Why MultiCare?

Rooted in the local community

Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years.

Growth and education

Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in you.

Well-being and support

Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared in your work and life.

Living our values

Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.

Belonging for all

Resource Groups and outreach programs help ensure every team member feels safe, seen, heard and valued.

Pacific Northwest lifestyle

Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $22.67 - $33.66 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.

What MultiCare Health System employees say

Pay

Benefits

Hours and flexibility

Workplace

Get the full story on Breakroom

MultiCare logo

About MultiCare

Sourced by ZipRecruiter

MultiCare’s roots in the Pacific Northwest go back to 1882, with the founding of Tacoma’s first hospital. Over the years, we’ve grown from a Tacoma-centric, hospital-based organization into the largest, community-based, locally governed health system in the state of Washington. Today, our comprehensive system of health includes more than 300 primary, urgent, pediatric and specialty care locations across Washington, Idaho and Oregon, as well as 12 hospitals. We welcome patients from the entire Pacific Northwest region and our 20,000-plus team members — including employees, providers and volunteers — proudly care for the communities we serve. Without a doubt, our organization has changed over the years. But what has never changed, throughout our long history, has been our dedication to the health and wellness of the people of the Pacific Northwest. Guided by our mission, vision and values, we are on a continuous journey to deliver the services that our communities need, and to ensure access to those services, now and in the future.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Tacoma, WA, US

View All MultiCare Jobs

Apply