Patient Care Assistant — Grow Your Skills in Direct Care

UC Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Health in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to deliver basic direct patient care under supervision, promote safety, and support clinical teams. The role emphasizes compassionate, culturally competent care and adherence to delegation rules.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, CPR training, and flexibility to work in a fast-paced hospital environment. UC Health is an EEO employer.

Qualifications

• Trained in CPR and patient care with hospital safety education.
• State Tested Nursing Aide, Acute Medical-Surgical or hospital training preferred.
• Eligible for UC Health competency training if no prior requirements met.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care under supervision, ensuring safety and comfort.
• Measure vital signs, monitor outputs, and report changes to RNs.
• Assist with activities of daily living and mobility as directed.
• Communicate observations to the nursing team and document care.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized patient environment.

Skills

CPR certification

Patient care skills

Safety procedures

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

UC Health in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to deliver basic direct patient care under supervision, promote safety, and support clinical teams. The role emphasizes compassionate, culturally competent care and adherence to delegation rules.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or GED, CPR training, and flexibility to work in a fast-paced hospital environment. UC Health is an EEO employer.