Entry-Level Patient Care Technician — Hospital Support

Allegheny Health Network; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network in Erie seeks a Patient Care Associate to support the RN in caring for patients in stable condition and assist with admissions, discharges and transfers. You will perform activities of daily living, vital signs, specimen collection, I&O, glucose testing, and documentation in the electronic medical record.

You will participate in quality and patient-satisfaction initiatives, maintain a clean and safe unit, stock supplies, and help transport patients.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Must be able to attend 2 weeks of training.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematics.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care activities such as ADLs, vitals, I&O, specimen collection, glucose testing, and documentation.
• Participates in quality and patient satisfaction initiatives and maintains a safe environment.
• Documents vitals, weights, I&O and treatments; reports changes to nursing staff.
• Assists with unit activities including supply stocking and equipment cleaning.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading & writing

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Limited or no experience

Training: 2 weeks

Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions

Basic computer skills

Job description

Allegheny Health Network in Erie seeks a Patient Care Associate to support the RN in caring for patients in stable condition and assist with admissions, discharges and transfers. You will perform activities of daily living, vital signs, specimen collection, I&O, glucose testing, and documentation in the electronic medical record.

You will participate in quality and patient-satisfaction initiatives, maintain a clean and safe unit, stock supplies, and help transport patients.