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Trinityhealth

Patient Care Assistant Med Surg

Chelsea, MI · On-site

$15.50 - $21/hr

Patient Care Assistant Department: Courtyard East - this unit at Chelsea hospital cares for Medical-Surgical patients as well as chronic head pain patient populations. Courtyard East is a 41 bed unit ...

Trinity Health

Patient Care Assistant Med Surg

Chelsea, MI · On-site

$15.50 - $21/hr

Patient Care Assistant Department: Courtyard East - this unit at Chelsea hospital cares for Medical-Surgical patients as well as chronic head pain patient populations. Courtyard East is a 41 bed unit ...

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As of Sep 2, 2026, the average hourly pay for patient care assistant med in the United States is $21.96, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $21.39 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Patient Care Assistant Med vs Certified Nursing Assistant?

AspectPatient Care Assistant MedCertified Nursing Assistant
CertificationsCPR, Basic Life Support, state-specific trainingCPR, Basic Life Support, state certification exam
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, long-term care facilitiesHospitals, nursing homes, long-term care facilities
Job DutiesAssist with patient care, vital signs, basic proceduresAssist with daily living activities, vital signs, basic patient care
Employer & IndustryHealthcare providers, hospitals, clinicsLong-term care facilities, hospitals, nursing homes

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Patient Care Assistant - Medical Surgical

Froedtert South, Inc.

Pleasant Prairie, WI

$17 - $26.50/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 13 days ago

Froedtert South rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 39 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

455th of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Patient Care Assistant (Medical Surgical) Duties:

Under the direction of the Registered Nurse (RN), the Patient Care Assistant (PCA) performs tasks for patients’ Activities of Daily Living to promote comfort and safety, assists RN with the collection of patient data and performs selected procedures. Complies with established standards and procedures.

    1. Under the direction of the nurse, perform patient care, treatments and procedures within training and competence level.
    2. Provide the patient assistance with activities of daily living such as feeding ambulating, turning, and positioning.
    3. Assist the RN with the collection of patient data such as, but not limited to, the following examples: blood pressure, pulse, respirations, temperature, pulse oximetry, patient weight, intake & output, blood glucose and urine testing.
    4. Promptly and courteously respond to patient call lights and provide the patient assistance within the scope of the position.
    5. Consistently conduct patient care rounds and observe patient activity. Notify the nurse immediately when a change in patient condition is identified.
    6. Accurately and promptly document patient care activities in the medical record. 
    7. Recognize the occurrence of life-threatening situations and emergencies and take the appropriate actions in a timely manner
    8. Clean, organize, and restock the patient room and department work area.
    9. Complete all assigned education, training, and learning requirements within the scheduled time frame.

Patient Care Assistant (Medical Surgical) Requirements:

  • Entry Level
  • High School or Equivalent (GED)
  • Current BLS and/or CPR certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross or the ability to obtain certification within 90 days of hire.

Salary Range: $17.00 to $26.50/hr (based on experience)

  • Evening and night shift differential available

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