Job Information
Genesis Healthcare Assistant-Personal Care in Reading, Pennsylvania
Overview
At Genesis Healthcare, we are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.
Responsibilities
Start your nursing career journey as a Personal Care Assistant where you will provide assistance to residents with their basic activities of daily living to support an independent lifestyle within the Senior Living Community. Your priority will be to ensure that our residents receive the highest quality of service in a caring and compassionate atmosphere that recognizes individuals' needs and rights.
*Assist residents with bathing, eating, dressing, and personal hygiene as needed.
*Inform supervisor and other staff of changes in residents' conditions and needs and document these observations thoroughly.
*Follow procedure for medication reminders to ensure correct day, time, and that they are being taken.
*Answer emergency call lights and respond appropriately.
*Perform dining room duties and assists with dining needs of residents.
Qualifications
*Current certificate in an accredited First Aid course and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is required.
*Participation in medication course is required.
*Must be able to read, write, speak and understand the English language to ensure the safety and well-being of our patients and visitors and respond to their medical and physical needs.
Benefits
*Variable compensation plans
*Tuition, Travel, and Wireless Service Discounts
*Employee Assistance Program to support mental health
*Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships
*Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive (DEI) workplace with DEI committee. DEI is a part of our company's DNA.
*Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off
We also offer several voluntary insurances such as:
*Pet Insurance
*Term and Whole Life Insurance
*Short-term Disability
*Hospital Indemnity
*Personal Accident
*Critical Illness
*Cancer Coverage
*Nursing Tuition Assistance Program
Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.
Posted Salary Range
USD $15.50 - USD $16.00 /Hr.