Clinical Assistant – Pediatric Day Health Center (PDHC)
Overview
Clinical Assistant – Pediatric Day Health Center (PDHC)
Position Overview
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
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 setting
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!
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