Acute Care Technician - Inpatient Care Unit

TriHealth•Hamilton, OH

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Acute Care Technician supports patients on the Inpatient Care Unit by providing hands-on assistance with activities of daily living, basic treatments, and procedures under the supervision of a nurse. The role also supports the unit through stocking, clerical duties, and other non-direct patient care activities as needed. The position is based at TriHealth Bethesda Butler Hospital and offers experience in a high-acuity medical-surgical oncology setting, with opportunities to strengthen clinical skills and expand competency in emergency response and advanced care tasks. The work schedule is full-time, 72 hours bi-weekly, on the day shift from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., with rotating weekend and holiday commitment. TriHealth describes a supportive, team-centered culture focused on communication, compassion, and respect, with leadership promoting professional growth and continuous learning. TriHealth emphasizes professional development, collaboration, continuing education, formal education, specialty certification, community health involvement, nursing research, evidence-based practice, and collaborative relationships among caregivers. Team members are also expected to demonstrate TriHealth's SERVE standards and ALWAYS behaviors, including welcoming and assisting patients and guests, taking responsibility for service recovery, respecting differences and contributions, using resources responsibly, and showing courtesy and compassion.

Requirements

Two years of high school education.
Age 17 with a work permit.
Basic Life Support (BLS).
Reading and math ability appropriate to the position.

Responsibilities

Provide basic patient care and complete assigned tasks safely and on time under RN supervision.
Communicate respectfully and effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team; assist with phone calls, call lights, and unit flow.
Maintain accurate documentation and support medical record processes, including downtime procedures.
Promote a safe environment by following infection control policies and promptly reporting hazards or events.
Assist with equipment, supplies, and environmental needs; ensure items are clean, functional, and ready for use.
Demonstrate professionalism, accountability, and openness to ongoing learning and improvement.
Support the unit through stocking, clerical duties, and other non-direct patient care activities as needed.