Compassionate Patient Care Technician – Hands-On Support

Mercy Health; Lima (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician at St. Rita's Medical Center in Ohio. The role provides essential patient care under RN supervision, including vital signs, hygiene, and mobility support.

Responsibilities include accurate documentation, effective communication with the care team, and assisting with patient transfers. A nursing aide training or equivalent certification is required; EPIC EHR training is preferred.

Qualifications

• Ability to provide basic patient care with compassion and professionalism.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive and adaptable in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic patient care, including comfort, hygiene, and mobility assistance.
• Acts as liaison between patient and nurse to report changes or concerns.
• Delivers high-quality customer service to patients and families.
• Documents patient care accurately and timely in the EHR.
• Participates in hand-offs and reports as needed.
• Performs delegated tasks after competency is validated.
• Assists with safe patient transfers and mobility.
• Encourages patient independence and individualized care.

Job description

Mercy Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician at St. Rita's Medical Center in Ohio. The role provides essential patient care under RN supervision, including vital signs, hygiene, and mobility support.

Responsibilities include accurate documentation, effective communication with the care team, and assisting with patient transfers. A nursing aide training or equivalent certification is required; EPIC EHR training is preferred.