Acute Care Tech - MSICU/PCU

TriHealth; Montgomery (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

TriHealth is looking for skilled Acute Care Technicians to join our team at Bethesda North Hospital MSICU/PCU. This full-time role involves assisting nurses in providing high-quality patient care, managing basic daily living activities, and handling clerical tasks.

Qualifications include a High School Diploma, BLS certification, and at least 17 years of age with a work permit. Offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 17 years old with a work permit.
• Ability to perform basic activities of daily living.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient care under the supervision of a nurse.
• Maintain patient records and report information to nurses.
• Support nursing staff by stocking and handling clerical tasks.

Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers

Reading and math ability

Education

2 years High School Education

Job description

Job Overview

We are currently seeking skilled and dedicated Acute Care Technicians to join our team at Bethesda North Hospital MSICU/PCU. As an ACT, you will play a vital role in the patient care experience.

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 in the MSICU/PCU, 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.

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. May perform non‑direct patient care activities as assigned, requested, or directed including but not limited to stocking and clerical activities.

Minimum Requirements

• 2 years High School Education
• Age 17 with work permit at minimum
• Reading and math ability appropriate to the position
• Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers required

Schedule & Work Location

• Full‑Time 36 hours weekly
• Shift: Days and Nights – 6:30 pm to 7:00 am
• On‑site inpatient role
• Hospital: Bethesda North Hospital (MSICU/PCU)
• Hourly Incentives & Bonus:
• $1 hr Weekend Incentive
• $1.75 hr Shift Differential
• $2 hr Full Time Night Shift Premium

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 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.

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
• Pushing – Consistently
• Reaching – Consistently
• Reading – Consistently
• Sitting – Frequently
• Standing – Consistently
• Stooping – Frequently
• Talking – Consistently
• Thinking/Reasoning – Consistently
• Use of Hands – Consistently
• Color Vision – Occasionally
• Visual Acuity: Far – Frequently
• Visual Acuity: Near – Consistently
• Walking – Consistently