Senior Patient Care Technician — Acute Care & Unit Support

Allegheny Health Network; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to provide direct patient care under RN supervision on the inpatient unit. The role includes basic nursing procedures and coordinating non-direct care activities to ensure smooth patient flow.

The incumbent will document care in the electronic medical record and assist with admissions, discharges and transfers, while supporting quality and safety initiatives. Strong communication and basic computer skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Enrollment in an Associate's in Nursing or Bachelor's in Nursing program recommended.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Phlebotomy and straight catheterization proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct patient care and coordinates non-direct care on the inpatient unit.
• Performs basic nursing procedures and monitors patient condition under RN supervision.
• Documents care in the EMR and communicates changes to nursing staff.
• Assists with admissions, discharges, transfers and unit activities such as supply stocking.
• Supports quality and patient-safety initiatives and maintains a clean, safe environment.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Nursing program enrollment (Associate's/Bachelor's)

Tools

EKG equipment

Phlebotomy supplies

Job description

Allegheny Health Network is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to provide direct patient care under RN supervision on the inpatient unit. The role includes basic nursing procedures and coordinating non-direct care activities to ensure smooth patient flow.

The incumbent will document care in the electronic medical record and assist with admissions, discharges and transfers, while supporting quality and safety initiatives. Strong communication and basic computer skills are essential.