Clinical Assistant - Pediatric Day Healthcare Center

Clinical Assistant - Pediatric Day Healthcare Center ApplyRefer a FriendBack Job Details Requisition #: 212320 Location: Harrisburg, PA 17111 Category: Personal Care Assistant Salary: $14.00 - $16.00 per hour Position Details ?Clinical Assistant u2013 Pediatric Day Health Center (PDHC) (CNA, PCA, HHA, SHT, Aide) ?Position Overview Are you passionate about caring for children and making a difference every day? As aClinical Assistantin ourPediatric Day Health Center (PDHC), youu2019ll provide nurturing, hands-on care and developmental support to children with medical needs u2014 all under the guidance and supervision of our skilled nursing team. This is a rewarding opportunity to combine compassionate care with meaningful impact in a fun, team-oriented environment designed just for kids ?Essential Job Functions Youu2019ll be part of a dynamic care team where every day brings new opportunities to help children learn, grow, and thrive. ?Direct Care Responsibilities + Perform, assist, evaluate, and document care tasks, including: + Using properbody mechanicsfor safe care + Measuringweight, height, head circumference, and abdominal girth + Assisting withrange of motion exercisesandmobility(ambulation, transfers, and positioning) + Preparingformula and meals (PO and tube feedings)per dietary needs + Providing care for each childu2019s special medical conditions within your scope ?Personal Care & Comfort + Assist children with daily activities includingbathing, toileting, diaper changes, grooming, dressing, and feeding + Support and encourage independence while maintaining dignity and safety ?Documentation & Communication + Accuratelychart, maintain, and completeall required documentation + Observe and reportchanges in a childu2019s condition to the nursing staff promptly ?Safety & Sanitation + Assist withlight housekeepingduties such as washing dishes, cleaning and disinfecting toys and equipment, changing linens, and doing laundry + Followinfection control and isolation protocolsto ensure a safe and healthy environment ?Child Development & Engagement + Create meaningfulplay and learning experiencesthat promote fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skill development + Participate inin-services and care meetings + Maintainconstant supervisionu2014 children are never left unattended ?Requirements + High school diploma or GED + Current CPR certification + Demonstrated completion andproficiency in required skill competencies u2795Additional Requirements: + Must meet anystate-specific requirementsas outlined by local regulations ?Skills & Abilities + Strongattention to detailandtime management + Effectiveproblem-solvingandconflict resolutionskills + Excellentorganization and communicationabilities + Compassionate, patient, and dedicated to high-quality care ?Physical Requirements + Ability tolift/carry up to 25 lbs frequentlyand50 lbs occasionally + Comfortable withstanding, walking, bending, kneeling, and twistingfor extended periods + Must be able toreposition patientsand move equipment without assistance + Strongvisual, hearing, and sensory acuity(smell and touch) + Able torespond quickly and calmly to emergencies, including performing CPR or assisting with evacuations ?Work Environment + Ability to work in a variety of environments which may include exposure toallergens, bodily fluids, or infectious diseases + Dedicated to maintaining asafe, clean, and supportive atmospherefor every child u2699ufe0fOther Duties This job description outlines key responsibilities but is not all-inclusive. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice. u2728If youu2019re ready to be part of a team that changes lives every day u2014 one smile, one step, and one milestone at a time u2014 apply today and join our PDHC family As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate. Notice for Job Applicants Residing in California ( Apply