Acute Care Technician - Med Surg Urology

TriHealth•Montgomery, OH

3h•Onsite

About The Position

The Acute Care Technician works on the 6200 Medical-Surgical Unit at TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital, a 38-bed unit specializing in urology while also caring for medical patients with complex needs. Under RN supervision, the technician performs and documents basic patient care, helps maintain a safe and clean environment, communicates observations and concerns, and supports unit operations. The role is full-time nights, scheduled 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. for 72 hours bi-weekly, with every-third-weekend and holiday rotations. The unit offers hands-on experience in a high-acuity medical-surgical urology setting, opportunities to expand competency in emergency response and advanced care tasks, and a team-centered environment focused on communication, compassion, respect, professional growth, and continuous learning. Night shift ACTs receive a $1.75/hour shift differential and a $2/hour night shift premium. TriHealth also describes a comprehensive benefits package and career growth opportunities.

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.

Nice To Haves

Experience as an STNA, PCA, or ACT is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform and document basic patient care tasks under RN supervision, maintain competency in trained skills, complete assignments on time, and seek clarification when needed.
Maintain a safe, clean environment by reporting hazards, following infection control policies, completing safety event reports, and adhering to safety and emergency procedures.
Communicate effectively and respectfully with patients, families, and team members; promptly report patient information and assignment issues; document observations accurately; collaborate with the healthcare team; and use the chain of command appropriately.
Support unit operations by performing supply, equipment, and environmental tasks; report shortages or equipment problems; and ensure supplies and equipment are ready for the next user.
Demonstrate accountability and commitment to self-growth, identify areas for improvement, and support organizational and unit changes.
Follow TriHealth SERVE standards and ALWAYS behaviors, including welcoming and assisting patients and guests, taking responsibility for service recovery, respecting cultural and spiritual differences, using resources responsibly, and treating others with courtesy and compassion.