Patient Care Assistant Jobs

Patient Care Assistant jobs are open across hospitals, long-term care facilities, rehabilitation centers, and home health agencies, from entry-level to senior aide roles, with common specializations in geriatric care, post-surgical support, and behavioral health. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles3,792+
Top stateTexas
Top employerFresenius Medical Care
Top cityHouston, TX
Work type89% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Patient Care Technician Cardiac Oncology
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Patient Care Technician Cardiac Oncology
HonorHealth
Phoenix, Arizona
Allied Health
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
EMT Certification
10,000+

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Patient Care Technician - Interventional Radiology - Days
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Patient Care Technician - Interventional Radiology - Days
VCU Health System
Richmond, Virginia
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$17.25 - $24.12/hr
EMT Certification
10,000+

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Patient Care Coordinator
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Patient Care Coordinator
Beltone
Dublin, Ohio
Customer Service
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$20 - $22/hr
Overseeing health insurance pre-certification
201-500

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Patient Care Coordinator
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Patient Care Coordinator
Beltone
Williamsville, New York
Business Operations
Program Management
Project Management
$18 - $20/hr
Overseeing health insurance pre-certification
201-500

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Patient Care Coordinator
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Patient Care Coordinator
Beltone
Chula Vista, California
Administrative & Office Support
Business Operations
Data Analytics
$20 - $22/hr
Overseeing health insurance pre-certification
201-500

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Patient Care Assistant Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Fresenius Medical Care228
  • DaVita224
  • Banner Health106
  • Optum76
  • Sonrava Health61

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services190
  • Insurance11
  • Education4
  • Science & Research4

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in patient care assistant jobs.

  • High school diploma or GED with demonstrated ability to follow written care plans
  • Current CPR and Basic Life Support certification from an accredited provider
  • Experience assisting patients with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, and feeding
  • Ability to lift, transfer, and reposition patients using safe patient handling techniques
  • Familiarity with electronic health record documentation and accurate vital signs recording
  • Strong communication skills for reporting changes in patient condition to nursing staff

Tips for Your Patient Care Assistant Job Search

List every certified skill you hold

Certifications like CPR, BLS, and CNA credentials belong in a dedicated section near the top of your resume. Many applicant tracking systems screen for these exact terms before a human ever reads your application, so spell them out fully and include the issuing body.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists patient care assistant openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Tailor your resume to the care setting

A resume for a hospital acute-care role should highlight your experience with vital signs, mobility assistance, and high patient-to-aide ratios. A long-term care application should emphasize ADL support and dementia experience. Swapping two or three bullet points for each setting can meaningfully improve your callback rate.

Filter openings by shift and unit type

Night shifts and weekend-only positions in ICUs, med-surg units, and memory care often attract fewer applicants than day-shift generalist roles. If your availability fits, targeting those openings puts you in a shorter applicant pool without lowering your standards.

Prepare for scenario-based interview questions

Interviewers for patient care assistant roles frequently ask how you have handled an agitated patient, a sudden change in a resident's condition, or a conflict with a nurse. Rehearse two or three specific situations from your past that show your composure, communication, and escalation judgment.

Negotiate your shift differential upfront

Many facilities post a base rate but offer meaningful shift differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends. Ask about differential pay during your offer conversation, not after you accept, since these amounts are often negotiable and are rarely included in the initial offer letter.

Patient Care Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most patient care assistants?

The most active employers for patient care assistants right now are Fresenius Medical Care, DaVita, and Banner Health, and the most openings are in Texas, Florida, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Health systems and long-term care networks tend to post the highest volumes, particularly for facilities expanding inpatient capacity.

How many patient care assistant jobs are remote?

About 11% of patient care assistant openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most direct care duties require in-person presence. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or telehealth-adjacent work include care coordination support, patient education, and administrative documentation roles attached to patient care assistant titles.

How do you become a patient care assistant?

Start by earning your high school diploma or GED, then complete a state-approved nurse aide or patient care technician training program, which typically includes both classroom instruction and supervised clinical hours. Pass your state competency exam to earn certification, obtain CPR and BLS credentials, and apply to entry-level roles in hospitals, nursing homes, or home health agencies to build hands-on experience.

Can you get hired as a patient care assistant with little or no experience?

Yes, many facilities hire patient care assistants with no prior clinical experience as long as you hold a valid certification and CPR card. Volunteering at a hospital or care facility, completing a clinical rotation through a training program, or working as a home health aide first all give you documented patient contact hours that strengthen an entry-level application considerably.

What does the patient care assistant interview process look like?

Most employers start with a phone or video screen to confirm your availability, certifications, and comfort with the physical demands of the role. An in-person interview typically follows, often with a charge nurse or unit manager, covering scenario-based questions about patient handling, communication, and responding to emergencies. Some facilities also require a skills demonstration or a brief written competency check before extending an offer.

Where can I find and apply to patient care assistant jobs?

You can find and apply to patient care assistant jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that fit your certifications, preferred setting, and shift availability, then apply directly to each listing that matches your experience.

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