Patient Care Assistant – Oncology (Full-Time)

About the role

The Patient Care Assistant provides direct bedside support to oncology patients at Fort Sanders Regional Medical Center. Working under the supervision of a Team Leader and registered nurses, you will assist with daily living activities, monitor vital signs, and ensure a safe, comfortable environment for patients throughout their hospital stay.

Key responsibilities

• Measure and record temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, weight, height, and intake‑output.
• Encourage and assist patients with turning, coughing, deep breathing, and incentive spirometry as ordered.
• Assist patients with ambulation, transfers, wheelchair use, and transportation.
• Provide personal care including bed baths, oral hygiene, dressing, linen changes, and bedside cleaning.
• Empty and document drains, canisters, urine bags, bedpans, and emesis basins.
• Collect urine, stool, and sputum specimens and perform phlebotomy and EKG when trained.
• Maintain a safe environment by reporting equipment issues and handling supplies appropriately.
• Respond promptly to call lights and patient requests.

Required profile

• High school diploma or equivalent; certification as a patient care aide preferred.
• Ability to work day shifts and follow a 72‑hour pay‑period schedule.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow care plans.
• Excellent communication skills for interacting with patients, families, and the care team.

Required skills

• Phlebotomy (with training)
• Electrocardiogram (EKG) performance (with training)
• Specimen collection (urine, stool, sputum)

What we offer

• Comprehensive benefits package including tuition reimbursement and student loan assistance.
• Opportunities for certification bonuses and leadership development.
• Work in a nationally recognized, 444‑bed teaching hospital with advanced technology.