Patient Care Technician I: Caring Support & Unit Coordination

Allegheny Health Network; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a healthcare assistant who provides direct patient care and supports non-direct unit coordination in a hospital setting. The role involves basic nursing procedures, medical asepsis, and clear communication, under supervision of Registered Nurses, handling admissions, discharges and transfers.

The incumbent must document care in the EMR, assist with daily living activities, and participate in safety initiatives, while maintaining patient comfort and privacy in

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to attend 2 weeks of training.
• Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions.
• Ability to perform basic mathematics.
• Basic computer skills.
• CPR – American Heart Association.
• Act 34/33/73 background clearances required.

Responsibilities

• Provides, obtains or performs and documents direct patient care and activities (30%).
• Participates in quality and patient satisfaction initiatives (30%).
• Accurately documents vital signs, weights, I&O, restraints, specimen collection, and all other treatments (20%).
• Participates in unit activity such as supply stocking and equipment cleaning (20%).
• Performs other duties as assigned or required.

Skills

Vital signs monitoring

Patient care assistance

Medical asepsis

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Currently enrolled in ASN or BSN program

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a healthcare assistant who provides direct patient care and supports non-direct unit coordination in a hospital setting. The role involves basic nursing procedures, medical asepsis, and clear communication, under supervision of Registered Nurses, handling admissions, discharges and transfers.

The incumbent must document care in the EMR, assist with daily living activities, and participate in safety initiatives, while maintaining patient comfort and privacy in