Patient Care Technician II - Direct Care & Unit Support

Highmark Health Company; Coal Valley (PA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

The Allegheny Health Network (Highmark Health) is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to provide direct patient care, assist with RN duties, and support admissions, discharges, and transfers on the inpatient unit.

Responsibilities include recording vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, maintaining aseptic technique, and contributing to safety and quality initiatives in accordance with HIPAA and hospital policies.

Qualifications

• Minimum High School/GED; experience as PCA or enrollment in nursing program.
• Basic computer skills; proficient in phlebotomy and straight catherization.
• CPR certification required; adherence to patient privacy and hospital policies.

Responsibilities

• Provide and document direct patient care including activities of daily living, vital signs, specimen collection and monitoring.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers on the inpatient unit.
• Maintain aseptic technique and ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Report changes in patient condition to nursing staff and coordinate with RN.
• Participate in unit activities and quality/patient satisfaction initiatives.

Skills

PCA experience

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

Catherization

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Enrolled in Nursing program (Associate's/Bachelor's)

Tools

EMR literacy

CPR certification

Job description

The Allegheny Health Network (Highmark Health) is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to provide direct patient care, assist with RN duties, and support admissions, discharges, and transfers on the inpatient unit.

Responsibilities include recording vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living, maintaining aseptic technique, and contributing to safety and quality initiatives in accordance with HIPAA and hospital policies.