Compassionate Patient Care Technician

highmarkhealth; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health in Monroeville is seeking a patient care assistant to provide direct care to patients and assist with unit coordination. The role supports RNs, performs routine nursing tasks, and documents care in the electronic medical record.

Minimum requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, the ability to read, write, and follow instructions, basic math and computer skills, and CPR certification. Training will be provided to new hires to ensure safe, compliant care.

Qualifications

• Requires high school diploma or GED and ability to read, write and follow instructions.
• CPR certification required by health policy.
• Willingness to attend two weeks of training.
• Basic computer skills and math proficiency for documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and assist with non-direct patient care unit coordination.
• Assist RN in care of acutely ill patients and document in EMR.
• Perform vital signs, ADLs, intake/output, and other routine tasks.
• Participate in unit activities such as admissions, discharges, and transfers.
• Respond to emergencies and maintain patient and family privacy and dignity.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Reading and writing

Basic mathematics

CPR

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ASN or BSN program (enrolled)

Job description

Highmark Health in Monroeville is seeking a patient care assistant to provide direct care to patients and assist with unit coordination. The role supports RNs, performs routine nursing tasks, and documents care in the electronic medical record.

Minimum requirements include a High School Diploma or GED, the ability to read, write, and follow instructions, basic math and computer skills, and CPR certification. Training will be provided to new hires to ensure safe, compliant care.