Patient Care Technician: Direct Care & Unit Support

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

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network in Monroeville, PA seeks a patient care assistant to support the RN in caring for patients in stable condition and assist with unit coordination. You will perform basic nursing procedures, document care in the EMR, and help with admissions, discharges, and transfers.

The role emphasizes asepsis, patient dignity, safety, and effective communication, with training provided and opportunities to advance as part of a clinical team.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematics.
• Basic computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide and document direct patient care and activities (ADLs, vital signs, ambulation, meal intake).
• Participate in quality and patient satisfaction initiatives (bedside shift report, hourly rounds).
• Document vitals, weights, intake/output, and treatments; report changes to nursing staff.
• Assist with admission, discharge, and transfer coordination; maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Documentation

Time management

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPR certification

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Allegheny Health Network in Monroeville, PA seeks a patient care assistant to support the RN in caring for patients in stable condition and assist with unit coordination. You will perform basic nursing procedures, document care in the EMR, and help with admissions, discharges, and transfers.

The role emphasizes asepsis, patient dignity, safety, and effective communication, with training provided and opportunities to advance as part of a clinical team.