Compassionate Patient Care Tech — Direct Support

WVU Medicine; United States; On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

UHC United Hospital Center in West Virginia is seeking a patient care assistant to support licensed staff by delivering direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of an RN.

Responsibilities include observing patient changes, assisting with admissions and transfers, recording vital signs, aiding hygiene, preparing for exams, and maintaining a safe, clean environment. Some shifts may be varied and require flexibility.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• Prior patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Observes and reports patient concerns to a nurse immediately.
• Assists RN with admission, transfer, discharge, and general patient care tasks.
• Records vital signs and assists with personal hygiene and patient comfort.
• Assists in specimen collection and activities of assigned patients.
• Maintains a clean, safe environment to help prevent infections and ensure safety.
• Reports equipment repairs to appropriate personnel promptly.
• Prepares patients for examinations and procedures.
• Communicates nutrition concerns to RN (e.g., poor appetite, diet changes).
• Assists department with administrative tasks to support operations.
• Answers patient call bells and relays messages as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma

BLS within 30 days

Job description

UHC United Hospital Center in West Virginia is seeking a patient care assistant to support licensed staff by delivering direct and indirect patient care under the supervision of an RN.

Responsibilities include observing patient changes, assisting with admissions and transfers, recording vital signs, aiding hygiene, preparing for exams, and maintaining a safe, clean environment. Some shifts may be varied and require flexibility.