Patient Care Assistant-Copley Fairlawn Schools

The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) provides school health services as directed by the School Health Services, Clinical Coordinator (Registered Nurse) to the student population serviced.

• Actively interfaces with patients and families of Akron Children’s Hospital
• Collects data that contributes to the assessment and evaluation of individualized care and needs of assigned patients, including discharge plans, under the direction of the licensed nurse.
• Prepares patients for examination; takes and records vital signs; administers medications as directed by the Providers according to policy and procedure.
• Accurate and timely documentation of care within the school medical record
• Collects, process, and submits laboratory specimens in accordance with policy and procedure.
• Performs clinical duties that are department specific such as PCOT, hearing and vision screenings, and any other procedures.
• Communicated patient findings and pertinent information to the Provider and/or Licensed Nurse utilizing appropriate communication/documentation processes.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the physical, psychosocial, educational, and safety needs of the patients served regardless of age and developmental status.
• Develops and maintains positive relationships with patients/students, families, school personnel and colleagues.
• Performs routine task and general office duties such as faxing, copying, filling, etc. as needed.
• Completes all assignments during scheduled working hours.

Technical Expertise

• Knowledge of and experience in medical terminology is required.
• Experience working in a healthcare environment is preferred.
• Experience working in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) or similar software is required.
• Experience working in electronic medical record (i.e., EPIC) or similar software is preferred

Education and Experience

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Years of relevant experience: Minimum one (1) year of experience is preferred.
• Years of experience supervising: None