This is a Full-Time (72 hours per pay period, every 2 weeks), position with 12-hour DAY shift schedule on variable days of the week which includes rotating weekends and holidays.

Position is located at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla.

Join the Scripps Health team and work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-centered healthcare. Receive endless appreciation while you build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations nationwide.

Why Scripps?

At Scripps Health, your ambition is empowered, and your abilities are appreciated:

Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.Scripps is a Great Place to Work Certified company for 2025.Scripps Health has been consistently ranked as a top employer for women, millennials, diversity, and as an overall workplace by various national publications.Becker’s Healthcare ranked Scripps Health on its 2024 list of 150 top places to work in health care.We have transitional and professional development programs to create a learning environment that enables you to thrive in your specific field as well as in your overall career.Our specialties have been nationally recognized for quality in areas such as cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, geriatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and gastroenterology.

We invite you to join our highly engaged Neuro/Surgical/Trauma ICU team of Patient Care Assistant’s and be a key member of an outstanding clinical care team.

The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) provides excellent service to patients as a key member of the clinical care team.

Assists patients with personal needs and activities of daily living, collects data, and ensures the patient has a safe, organized environment.Assists with patient care within the scope permitted and under the direction of a clinician.Supports the unit with a variety of patient logistic, clerical, equipment/supply, and charge reconciliation duties.

This is a Full-Time (72 hours per pay period, every 2 weeks), position with 12-hour DAY shift schedule on variable days of the week which includes rotating weekends and holidays.

Position is located at Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla.

Join the Scripps Health team and work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-centered healthcare. Receive endless appreciation while you build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations nationwide.

Why Scripps?

At Scripps Health, your ambition is empowered, and your abilities are appreciated:

Nearly a quarter of our employees have been with Scripps Health for over 10 years.Scripps is a Great Place to Work Certified company for 2025.Scripps Health has been consistently ranked as a top employer for women, millennials, diversity, and as an overall workplace by various national publications.Becker’s Healthcare ranked Scripps Health on its 2024 list of 150 top places to work in health care.We have transitional and professional development programs to create a learning environment that enables you to thrive in your specific field as well as in your overall career.Our specialties have been nationally recognized for quality in areas such as cardiovascular care, oncology, orthopedics, geriatrics, obstetrics and gynecology, and gastroenterology.

We invite you to join our highly engaged Neuro/Surgical/Trauma ICU team of Patient Care Assistant’s and be a key member of an outstanding clinical care team.

The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) provides excellent service to patients as a key member of the clinical care team.

Assists patients with personal needs and activities of daily living, collects data, and ensures the patient has a safe, organized environment.Assists with patient care within the scope permitted and under the direction of a clinician.Supports the unit with a variety of patient logistic, clerical, equipment/supply, and charge reconciliation duties.

Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification:

CNA certificationOne-year patient related experience preferred

Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:

One year of recent experience working under the license of a licensed healthcare provider ORCurrent enrollment or completion of Nursing Assistant training from a recognized school ORCurrent enrollment in an RN program with completion of the second semester, including nursing fundamentals.Must be able to speak, read and follow instruction in English.Excellent interpersonal skills with a service aptitude.Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care provider

Preferred Education/Experience/Specialized Skills/Certification:

CNA certificationOne-year patient related experience preferred

Required Education/Experience/Specialized Skills:

One year of recent experience working under the license of a licensed healthcare provider ORCurrent enrollment or completion of Nursing Assistant training from a recognized school ORCurrent enrollment in an RN program with completion of the second semester, including nursing fundamentals.Must be able to speak, read and follow instruction in English.Excellent interpersonal skills with a service aptitude.Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) for health care provider