Compassionate Patient Care Technician | Growth & Benefits

Mercy Health; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health in Ohio is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for St. Rita's Medical Center to support nurses and care teams. You will help with basic patient care, monitor vitals, and assist with daily activities, under RN supervision.

The role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care, accurate documentation, and teamwork. BLS certification is preferred; nurse aide training or equivalent experience required.

Qualifications

• BLS Basic Life Support (preferred; must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
• Nurse aide training OR STNA/CNA OR Nurses Aide state testing OR nursing program with clinical course OR 1 year of relevant clinical experience
• Recent experience in acute care, physician's office, home health/hospice, or long-term care setting

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care including comfort, vital signs, personal hygiene and mobility support.
• Act as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes and concerns.
• Deliver high-level customer service to patients, families, visitors and staff.
• Document patient care accurately and timely.
• Participate in hand-off/report of pertinent information on arrival and departure.
• Assist with delegated tasks after competency validation.
• Support safe patient transfers and mobility.
• Encourage patient independence and dignity in daily activities.

Skills

Problem solving

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Adaptability

Job description

Mercy Health in Ohio is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) for St. Rita's Medical Center to support nurses and care teams. You will help with basic patient care, monitor vitals, and assist with daily activities, under RN supervision.

The role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care, accurate documentation, and teamwork. BLS certification is preferred; nurse aide training or equivalent experience required.