Patient Care Tech I: Compassionate Care & Coordination

Highmark Health; Jefferson Hills (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a patient care assistant to provide direct care and support to the nursing team. The role involves assisting with activities of daily living, vital signs, and basic procedures for patients in stable condition.

You will document care in the electronic medical record, support admissions/discharges, and help maintain a safe, clean unit environment under RN supervision.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 weeks of training for new hires available.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematics.
• Basic computer skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care and assists with non-direct patient care unit coordination.
• Assists RN in care of acutely ill patients and supports unit operations.
• Document patient care accurately in the electronic medical record.
• Participates in patient admissions, discharges, and transfers as assigned.
• Performs duties as assigned and supports safety and quality initiatives.

Skills

Reading and writing

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ASN/BSN in progress

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a patient care assistant to provide direct care and support to the nursing team. The role involves assisting with activities of daily living, vital signs, and basic procedures for patients in stable condition.

You will document care in the electronic medical record, support admissions/discharges, and help maintain a safe, clean unit environment under RN supervision.