Applications Open at Covenant Health Fort Loudoun for High School PCSAs

Covenant Health Fort Loudoun is now accepting applications for Patient Care Support Assistants (PCSA) from eligible high school students who are between 15-18 years of age. PCSAs are trained in multiple areas of the medical center and work “in rotation,” a beneficial step in understanding a patient’s hospital visit start to finish. The rotation approach also gives the hospital the ability to hire additional PCSAs.

Job Summary for Patient Care Support Assistants

The Patient Care Support Assistant provides direct support for patient care, performing tasks to assist nurses and providers. Under the supervision of a nurse, the PCSA provides hands-on care, assistance with activities of daily living (ADLs), and technical tasks for a group of patients. Duties include supporting the Medical Surgical Unit and Emergency Room in patient care, housekeeping, Health Unit Coordinator tasks, serving as a sitter for patients, and transporting patients.

Patient Care Support Assistants receive hands-on experience in a paid support role in the hospital environment. The training is especially helpful for those considering careers in nursing or other healthcare professions.

Time Requirement

Each student must work at least one weekend a month.

Learn more about the services offered at Covenant Health Fort Loudoun here.