Patient Care Technician II: Hands-On Care & Unit Support

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

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network seeks a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to deliver direct patient care and assist with non-direct unit coordination for stable patients. The role includes caring for patients, maintaining asepsis, documenting in EMR, and supporting the RN in caring for acutely ill individuals.

The position requires High School or GED, relevant PCA/PCT/NA/LPN/EMT experience, and basic computer skills, with preferred phlebotomy and catheterization proficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements: High School/GED, PCA/PCT/NA/LPN/EMT or equivalent background.
• 1 year in an acute or long-term care facility OR enrolled in an Associate's in Nursing program or Bachelor’s in Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care and assists with activities of daily living.
• Participates in unit activities such as patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.

Skills

PCA/PCT/NA/LPN/EMT experience

Acute/long-term care experience

Basic computer skills

Phlebotomy

Straight catheterization

CPR certification

Education

High School / GED

1 year in acute or long-term care facility OR enrolled in ADN/BSN

Job description

Allegheny Health Network seeks a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to deliver direct patient care and assist with non-direct unit coordination for stable patients. The role includes caring for patients, maintaining asepsis, documenting in EMR, and supporting the RN in caring for acutely ill individuals.

The position requires High School or GED, relevant PCA/PCT/NA/LPN/EMT experience, and basic computer skills, with preferred phlebotomy and catheterization proficiency.