Patient Care Assistant II (PCA) - Surgical Unit

San Diego, California

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Job ID: 18960
Date posted: 07/16/2026
Schedule: Per Diem
Shift: Rotating
Department: Surgical Unit

JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of a licensed care practitioner, the Patient Care Assistant II provides and documents clinical care and associated tasks as assigned. Applies appropriate age and developmental approach in application of care. Regularly performs a supportive role to physicians nurses and families in the delivery of patient care by assisting patient care delivery team with emergency calls and clinical communications and performing admission discharge and transfer workflows. Responds to emergency codes by performing appropriate protocols and identifying, initiating and using vital resources. Prepares and maintains patient medical record on the clinical unit including the medical record discharge process. Enters compiles and reviews reports in a timely and accurate manner. Performs administrative duties as assigned.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

- Proven experience as PCA

- Committed to health & safety

- Well-organized

- Excellent communication and people skills

- Positive and conscientious demeanor

- Strong ethics

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

- High School Diploma, GED, or Equivalent

- BLS for Healthcare Providers issued by the American Heart Association

Must have one of the following:

1. Completion of a Certified Nursing Assistant program

2. Completion of a Certified Medical Assistant program

3. Completion of a Certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) program

4. Enrolled in a Registered Nurse program AND completed at least 1 clinical acute hospital rotation

Knowledge of medical terminology

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate's Degree

Completion of a RN/LVN pediatric rotation

More than one-year previous healthcare or unit clerk experience

Bilingual preferred

The current salary range for this position is $23.00 to $30.27

Rady Children’s Hospital is committed to compensation that is externally competitive and internally equitable. We demonstrate this commitment by conducting regular market reviews to remain competitive with organizations of similar size in the nonprofit, healthcare sector. The range listed above does not represent the full salary range for the position but is the expected hiring range for qualified candidates. Compensation decisions consider a variety of factors including experience, education, licensure, unique skillsets, organizational need, and internal equity. This posting will remain open from the “date posted” until the hiring manager has determined there is a sufficient applicant pool or until the position is filled.

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