Patient Care Technician I: Vital Signs & Nursing Support

Highmark Health; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Highmark Health, serving the Allegheny Health Network, is seeking a patient care associate to support direct and assisted care for patients in stable condition. You will work under RN supervision and participate in rapid response to changes in patient status.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, adherence to asepsis, and timely task completion to support inpatient care, safety, and discharge coordination.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read, write, and follow instructions.
• Basic math skills and computer literacy.
• CPR certification and background clearances required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care and assist with activities of daily living.
• Document vital signs, intake/output and treatments in EMR.
• Assist RN with care of acutely ill patients and coordination of unit activities.
• Participate in quality and safety initiatives and maintain a clean environment.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient care

Documentation

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Tools

EMR

Job description

Highmark Health, serving the Allegheny Health Network, is seeking a patient care associate to support direct and assisted care for patients in stable condition. You will work under RN supervision and participate in rapid response to changes in patient status.

The role emphasizes accurate documentation, adherence to asepsis, and timely task completion to support inpatient care, safety, and discharge coordination.