Compassionate Patient Care Assistant

UC Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Health in Cincinnati, OH seeks a Patient Care Assistant to provide basic direct patient care under supervision, ensuring a clean, safe environment and compassionate support.

The role involves measuring vital signs, assisting with daily living activities, specimen collection, and adherence to safety standards, with opportunities to develop clinical skills within UC Health's academic health system.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• No state license or certification required.
• 0–6 months experience; 1–2 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care as delegated by clinical staff.
• Measure vital signs and monitor patient status.
• Assist with activities of daily living and comfort.
• Specimen collection and basic nursing tasks.
• Maintain clean, safe patient environments and safety practices.

Skills

CPR

Patient care skills

Hospital safety education

Nursing assistant training

RN rotation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

UC Health in Cincinnati, OH seeks a Patient Care Assistant to provide basic direct patient care under supervision, ensuring a clean, safe environment and compassionate support.

The role involves measuring vital signs, assisting with daily living activities, specimen collection, and adherence to safety standards, with opportunities to develop clinical skills within UC Health's academic health system.