Compassionate Patient Care Technician (PCT)

Mercy Health; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Incentives

403(b) with employer contributions

Medical/dental/vision

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Mercy Health is seeking a compassionate Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital. The role supports nurses by providing basic patient care, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with activities of daily living, while maintaining patient comfort and safety.

Responsibilities include accurate documentation, patient nurturing, and effective communication with the healthcare team. Prior nursing aide training or licensure is required or preferred, with EPIC EHR familiarity

Qualifications

• Provides basic patient care under RN supervision.
• Requires caring for patients' comfort, hygiene and mobility.
• Maintains accurate documentation of patient care activities.

Responsibilities

• Provides basic patient care, including vital signs and daily living activities.
• Acts as liaison between patient and nurse and communicates concerns.
• Delivers high-quality customer service to patients and families.
• Documents care accurately and timely in patient records.
• Participates in hand-off reporting at shifts.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Proactive in changing environment

EPIC EHR

Education

Nursing aide training program

STNA State Tested Nurse Aide

CNA Certified Nurse Aide

Nurses Aide state testing or clinical rotation

Tools

EPIC EHR

Job description

Mercy Health is seeking a compassionate Patient Care Technician (PCT) for the St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital. The role supports nurses by providing basic patient care, monitoring vital signs, and assisting with activities of daily living, while maintaining patient comfort and safety.

Responsibilities include accurate documentation, patient nurturing, and effective communication with the healthcare team. Prior nursing aide training or licensure is required or preferred, with EPIC EHR familiarity