Compassionate Patient Care Technician (Inpatient)

Highmark Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health is seeking staff for direct patient care to support nurses and participate in inpatient unit coordination. The role encompasses vital signs, daily living activities, specimen collection, and documentation in the EMR for patients in stable condition.

The incumbent will work under RN supervision, assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers, and contribute to safety initiatives while maintaining patient dignity and privacy in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.
• Basic computer skills.
• Demonstrates time management and organization.

Responsibilities

• Provides and documents direct patient care and activities of daily living, vital signs, specimen collection, I&O, ambulation and mobilization.
• Participates in safety initiatives and maintains a clean, orderly environment.
• Accurately documents treatments and patient condition changes in the EMR.
• Assists with admissions, discharges, and transfers and supports unit coordination.

Skills

Reading & writing

Basic math

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ASN/BSN program enrollment

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

Highmark Health is seeking staff for direct patient care to support nurses and participate in inpatient unit coordination. The role encompasses vital signs, daily living activities, specimen collection, and documentation in the EMR for patients in stable condition.

The incumbent will work under RN supervision, assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers, and contribute to safety initiatives while maintaining patient dignity and privacy in a fast-paced hospital environment.