Personal Care Attendant III

Grow Healthy

If you are as passionate about helping those in need as you are about growing your career, consider AltaMed. At AltaMed, your passion for helping others isn't just welcomed its nurtured, celebrated, and promoted, allowing you to grow while making a meaningful difference. We dont just serve our communities; we are an integral part of them. By raising the expectations of what a community clinic can deliver, we demonstrate our belief that quality care is for everyone. Our commitment to providing exceptional care, despite any challenges, goes beyond just a job; its a calling that drives us forward every day.

Job Overview

The PCA III oversees and coordinates all PCAs work and ensures they comply with all licensed providers and other staff members orders. In the absence of the PCA Supervisor, this position will seek direction and oversight from the Center Manager and Nursing Supervisor. The position will be an IDT member and will work with the PCA I, II, and assigned RN / LVN / HCC LVN using the PCA III communication tool to gather information to share at the IDT meetings. This position will help support PACE participants engagement in satisfaction surveys, IDT discussions, physical and mental well-being, and overall cost containment of participants supplies. Identify and train on competency for PCAs. Assist PCA Supervisor in coordinating team assignments and workflow, disciplinary actions, and performance evaluations for PCA staff.

Minimum Requirements

• Certified Nursing Aide education and training. Nurse Assistant Certificate by the State of California, Department of Health and Human Services - Aid and Technician Certification.
• High school diploma required, or some college education / credits preferred.
• California Food Handler Certificate of Achievement upon employment preferred, must be attained within 30 days of employment.
• Prior experience working with physically or mentally impaired older people is strongly preferred.
• Bilingual English / Spanish / Mandarin / Cantonese, depending on location, preferred.
• Experience working with the elderly patient population.
• A minimum requirement of a valid BLS certification or higher, following the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross guidelines.

Compensation

$25.00 - $29.32 hourly

Compensation Disclaimer

Actual salary offers are considered by various factors, including budget, experience, skills, education, licensure and certifications, and other business considerations. The range is subject to change. AltaMed is committed to ensuring a fair and competitive compensation package that reflects the candidates value and the roles strategic importance within the organization. This role may also qualify for discretionary bonuses or incentives.

Benefits & Career Development

Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement

AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.