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Patient Care Assistant - Pulse Heart Institute GS

MultiCare Health System
Posted 3 months ago, valid for 8 days
Location

Puyallup, WA 98371, US

Salary

$22.67 - $33.66 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

Paid Time Off

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  • MultiCare’s Pulse Heart Institute is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support comprehensive health care services for patients and families within the Occupational Medicine team.
  • The position requires certification as a Nursing Assistant in Washington or current enrollment in an accredited RN program, along with a minimum of one year of patient care experience.
  • The role involves performing patient care tasks as directed by RNs and physicians, including dressing changes, data gathering, and vital signs monitoring.
  • This position offers a competitive salary range of $22.67 - $33.66 USD, influenced by the applicant's experience and certifications.
  • Candidates will benefit from a people-first culture, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to work in a physician-led environment.

About Pulse Heart Institute 

MultiCare’s Pulse Heart Institute is a physician led institute with multi-specialty partnership with Cardiothoracic surgery, vascular and cardiovascular service lines. Our team and state-of-the-art programs create a world-class health care organization and the destination center for cardiac, thoracic, and vascular care with complex structural heart disease and interventions, advanced heart failure service as well as advanced imaging with cutting edge technologies.


FTE: .9, Shift: Nights, Schedule: 12 hour shifts rotating weekends

Position Summary

The Patient Care Assistant is an excellent opportunity for supporting comprehensive health care services for patients and families. This role works withing the Occupational Medicine team, assisting RNs and physicians within the scope of nursing practices. For individuals with strong interpersonal skills, this is an ideal opportunity to explore your career in the nursing.

As a PCA at MultiCare, you will collaborate with the entire nursing staff and enjoy daily variety and problem-solving opportunities.

Responsibilities

  • You will perform patient care as directed by RN/physician
  • You will provide assistance through dressing changes, data gathering, documentation and vital signs
  • Partner by implementing your service-oriented attitude, professional integrity, and solid decision-making capacities
  • You will effectively prioritize and apply organization and flexibility to your work duties

Requirements

  • Certification as a Nursing Assistant in the State of Washington
  • Current enrollment in an accredited RN program may replace the certification requirement; For students currently enrolled in an accredited RN program, Registration as a Nurse’s Assistant is required
  • Successfully completed a Basic Life Support (BLS) course for the Healthcare provider and has a current card
  • Patient care experience (institutional) of one (1) year or more strongly preferred

Why Pulse Heart Institute? 

 

Physician-led care 

Led by physicians and advanced practice providers who understand patient needs firsthand, ensuring decisions are grounded in clinical expertise and collaboration. 

 

Proven excellence 

Pulse units across MultiCare earned the 2025 Chest Pain – MI Registry™ Platinum Performance Achievement Award — the only facilities in Washington to receive this distinction. 

 

Comprehensive cardiovascular care 

A fully integrated model across cardiology, cardiothoracic surgery and vascular services, supporting the full continuum of care. 

 

People-first culture 

We invest in our teams through professional development, supportive leadership and an environment where caregivers can learn, grow and succeed. 

 

Well-being and support 

Resources and programs designed to help you maintain balance and feel supported in your work and life. 

 

Pacific Northwest lifestyle 

Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life. 

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $22.67 - $33.66 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

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