Requisition #: 212173 Location: Wyncote, PA 19095
Category: Home Health Aide
Salary: $14.00 - $17.00 per hour
Position Details
Are you passionate about caring for children and making a difference every day? As a Clinical Assistant in our Pediatric Day Health Center (PDHC), you'll provide nurturing, hands-on care and developmental support to children with medical needs - all under the guidance and supervision of our skilled nursing team. This is a rewarding opportunity to combine compassionate care with meaningful impact in a fun, team-oriented environment designed just for kids!
Essential Job Functions
• You'll be part of a dynamic care team where every day brings new opportunities to help children learn, grow, and thrive. • Direct Care Responsibilities: • Perform, assist, evaluate, and document care tasks, including: • Using proper body mechanics for safe care • Measuring weight, height, head circumference, and abdominal girth • Assisting with range of motion exercises and mobility (ambulation, transfers, and positioning) • Preparing formula and meals (PO and tube feedings) per dietary needs • Providing care for each child's special medical conditions within your scope • Personal Care & Comfort: • Assist children with daily activities including bathing, toileting, diaper changes, grooming, dressing, and feeding • Support and encourage independence while maintaining dignity and safety • Documentation & Communication: • Accurately chart, maintain, and complete all required documentation • Observe and report changes in a child's condition to the nursing staff promptly • Safety & Sanitation: • Assist with light housekeeping duties such as washing dishes, cleaning and disinfecting toys and equipment, changing linens, and doing laundry • Follow infection control and isolation protocols to ensure a safe and healthy environment • Child Development & Engagement: • Create meaningful play and learning experiences that promote fine motor, gross motor, and cognitive skill development • Participate in in-services and care meetings • Maintain constant supervision - children are never left unattended
Requirements
High school diploma or GED Current CPR certification Demonstrated completion and proficiency in required skill competencies
Additional Requirements
Must meet any state-specific requirements as outlined by local regulations
Skills & Abilities
• Strong attention to detail and time management • Effective problem-solving and conflict resolution skills • Excellent organization and communication abilities • Compassionate, patient, and dedicated to high-quality care
Physical Requirements
• Ability to lift/carry up to 25 lbs frequently and 50 lbs occasionally • Comfortable with standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and twisting for extended periods • Must be able to reposition patients and move equipment without assistance • Strong visual, hearing, and sensory acuity (smell and touch) • Able to respond quickly and calmly to emergencies, including performing CPR or assisting with evacuations
Work Environment
• Ability to work in a variety of environments which may include exposure to allergens, bodily fluids, or infectious diseases • Dedicated to maintaining a safe, clean, and supportive atmosphere for every child
Other Duties
This job description outlines key responsibilities but is not all-inclusive. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
If you're ready to be part of a team that changes lives every day - one smile, one step, and one milestone at a time - apply today and join our PDHC family!
As an employer accepting Medicare and Medicaid funds, employees must comply with all health-related requirements in all relevant jurisdictions, including required vaccinations and testing, subject to exemptions for medical or religious reasons as appropriate.
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