Compassionate Patient Care Technician in Acute Care

highmarkhealth; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a patient care support role to assist with routines and basic nursing procedures on a stable patient population. You will help with admissions, discharges, and transfers under RN supervision and document care in the EMR.

Responsibilities include vital signs, ambulation, specimen collection, and ensuring a safe, clean environment. Training is provided; strong communication is essential for care coordination and patient privacy compliance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.
• Basic mathematical skills and computer familiarity.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and activities of daily living.
• Document patient care and vital signs in the EMR.
• Assist RN with care of acutely ill patients and unit coordination.
• Participate in keeping the unit clean, safe, and organized.

Skills

Basic computer skills

Reading and writing

Mathematics basics

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ASN/BSN program (preferred)

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a patient care support role to assist with routines and basic nursing procedures on a stable patient population. You will help with admissions, discharges, and transfers under RN supervision and document care in the EMR.

Responsibilities include vital signs, ambulation, specimen collection, and ensuring a safe, clean environment. Training is provided; strong communication is essential for care coordination and patient privacy compliance.