Acute Care Tech II - MSICU/PCU

TriHealth; Montgomery (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive TriHealth benefits

Wellness programs

Career support

Tuition assistance

Job summary

TriHealth is seeking an Acute Care Tech II in the MSICU/PCU at Bethesda North Hospital to support nurses and clinical staff in high-acuity patient care. This on-site role offers days and nights, with Full-Time & Part-Time options to fit staffing needs.

This position provides opportunities to expand clinical skills, emergency response, and teamwork in a fast-paced hospital environment. Applicants must have a high school education and a BLS certification.

Qualifications

• BLS certification required for healthcare providers.
• Must be 17+ years old with a work permit.
• Reading and math skills appropriate for the role.
• Experience with multi-line phones, pagers, and call systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform and document basic patient care tasks under RN supervision.
• Assist with patient flow and use telecommunication devices for communication.
• Maintain a safe, clean care environment and report safety hazards.
• Initiate emergency calls (Code Blue, Fire, Rapid Response) per protocol.
• Support medical record maintenance and computer downtime procedures.
• Communicate respectfully with patients, families, and team members.
• Ensure equipment and supplies are available and functional.

Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS) for HCP

Reading and math proficiency

Multi-line phone skills

Communication with patients

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Clinical computer applications

Job description

Acute Care Tech II – MSICU/PCU

Location: Bethesda North Hospital – 10500 Montgomery Rd, Montgomery, OH 45242

Job Type: Full-Time & Part-Time available. Days & Nights available.

About TriHealth & This Role

TriHealth is committed to fostering a culture where every team member is heard, supported, and empowered to provide exceptional care. As an Acute Care Tech II in the Observation Unit, you will support nurses and clinical staff in delivering high‑quality, compassionate care to patients with high‑acuity needs. Your work ensures safe, efficient operations and contributes directly to patient outcomes and the overall care experience.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Supportive, team‑centered culture built on communication, compassion, and respect.
• Hands‑on experience in a high‑acuity MSICUsetting that strengthens clinical skills.
• Opportunities to expand competency in emergency response and advanced care tasks.
• Leadership that promotes professional growth and continuous learning.
• Comprehensive TriHealth benefits, wellness programs, and career support.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform and document basic patient care tasks under RN supervision while maintaining required competencies.
• Assist with patient flow and communication using multi‑line phones, call systems, and telecommunication devices.
• Maintain a clean, safe care environment; identify and report safety hazards and complete required safety event reports.
• Initiate emergency calls, including Code Blue, Fire, Special Alert, and Rapid Response per hospital protocol.
• Support documentation, medical record maintenance, and computer downtime procedures per TriHealth standards.
• Communicate respectfully with patients, families, and healthcare team members, escalating concerns as needed.
• Ensure equipment and supplies are available, functional, and properly maintained.

Qualifications

Required

• Minimum 2 years of high school education.
• Age 17 with work permit.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification.
• Reading and math proficiency appropriate for role.
• Experience with multi‑line phones, call systems, and pagers.

Preferred

• Experience with clinical computer applications or hospital support systems.
• Prior experience in patient care or hospital support environment.

Schedule & Work Location

• FTE: Full & Part Time available
• Shift: Days and nights available 6:30am-7:00pm or 6:30pm-7:00am
• Hospital: Bethesda North Hospital
• On‑site inpatient role

Benefits Snapshot

TriHealth offers a comprehensive benefits suite including medical, dental, vision, retirement contributions, paid time off, tuition assistance, and wellness resources.

Learn more: https://careers.trihealth.com/what-we-offer/benefits

Job Overview:

This position provides assistance and/or performs basic activities of daily living and specified treatments and procedures under the direct supervision of the nurse. This position may perform non-direct patient care activities as assigned, requested, or directed. This position also performs clerical duties as assigned. Must have the interpersonal skill to communicate with respect and compassion to customers. This position also communicates information through various telecommunication devices and assists in coordinating patient flow.

Job Requirements:

2 years High School Education (Required)

Age 17 with work permit

Reading and math ability appropriate to the position. Multi-line phone skills, familiar with patient call systems and pagers.

Basic Life Support (BLS) Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) Required

Job Responsibilities:

Acknowledges need for self growth and accountability. Identifies area for self improvement. Demonstrates/maintains knowledge of organizational and unit changes. Supports organizational and unit changes.

Communicates effectively with others, and works in collaboration with all members of the health care team, and internal departments. Utilizes chain of command appropriately. Shows respect to patients, families, and co‑workers. Reports patient related information in a timely manner, as well as problems completing assignment/tasks. Documents observations and tasks performed. Answers phone and patient calls promptly and courteously. Relays accurate and complete messages to the appropriate person, and provides complete follow‑up. Assists internal and external customers by directing them and facilitating unit flow.

Maintains a safe environment. Reports safety hazards to appropriate personnel. Completes safety event report as necessary. Complies with Infection Control policies. Demonstrates knowledge of safety/emergency policies and procedures and appropriately corrects any identified hazards. Places emergency calls timely as directed (Code Blue, Fire, Special Alert, Rapid Response Team).

Maintains the medical record. Documents accurately in the medical record as per unit/TriHealth guidelines. Performs computer downtime procedures according to unit/TriHealth guidelines. Maintains proficient knowledge of computer applications specific to their unit/job. Provides other clerical support to unit as needed and directed by charge nurse or manager.

Performs and documents basic patient care tasks under the direct supervision of an RN. Maintains competency of tasks in which the PCA has been trained. Completes assigned tasks within required timeframe. Seeks clarification from the nurse when in doubt about how to proceed.

Performs supply, equipment, and environmental‑related activities as required. Recognizes and reports problems with supply/equipment availability in a timely manner. Reports and follows through per unit standard concerning equipment that is broken or malfunctioning. Assures equipment/supplies are readily available for use by next person. Is knowledgeable of the function, operation, and maintenance of equipment specific to their role on the unit.

Other Related Information:

Must be 17 years of age or older

Working Conditions:

Bending - Frequently

Climbing - Occasionally

Concentrating - Consistently

Continuous Learning - Consistently

Hearing: Conversation - Consistently

Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently

Interpersonal Communication - Consistently

Kneeling - Occasionally

Lifting <10 Lbs. - Consistently

Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Frequently

Lifting <50 Lbs. - Consistently

Pulling - Consistently