Weekend Patient Care Technician I (Part-Time)

highmarkhealth; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Highmark Health is seeking a patient care assistant to support RN in caring for stable inpatients, perform daily living activities, monitor vitals, and document in the electronic medical record. You will assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers while maintaining a clean, safe unit.

Role requires weekend shifts with a 24-hour weekly schedule and completion of required training. Highmark Health offers opportunities to grow within inpatient care teams.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required; training provided.
• Experience with basic patient care preferred.
• Reading, writing and following instructions essential.
• Currently enrolled in ASN/BSN programs encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Provide and document direct patient care activities (ADLs, vitals, ambulation).
• Support RN in caring for acutely ill patients.
• Document patient data accurately in electronic medical records.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers on the inpatient unit.
• Maintain unit cleanliness and assist with supply stocking and equipment cleaning.

Skills

Basic nursing skills

Communication

Medical terminology

Basic math

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ASN or BSN in progress

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Highmark Health is seeking a patient care assistant to support RN in caring for stable inpatients, perform daily living activities, monitor vitals, and document in the electronic medical record. You will assist with admissions, discharges, and transfers while maintaining a clean, safe unit.

Role requires weekend shifts with a 24-hour weekly schedule and completion of required training. Highmark Health offers opportunities to grow within inpatient care teams.