Patient Care Assistant, A4S - GI / Colorectal - 12 hours / week, AM shift

Patient Care Technician

Job Responsibilities :

Plan of care - Provide approved care of assigned patients and assist in implementation of interventions under supervision of RN. Supervise and assist patients with activities of daily living. Supervise developmentally appropriate activities. Offers assistance to co-workers after completion of own duties. Use crisis control techniques and assist in de-escalation of patients and visitors. Assist with patient transport as requested. May assist with 1 on 1 patient observation as needed.

Communication - Demonstrates the Cincinnati Children's CARES behaviors in all interactions with patients, families, visitors, and co-workers by actively participating as a frontline example of extraordinary customer service and satisfaction. Reports present status or changes in patient condition on an ongoing basis and in change of shift summary. Completes timely documentation of information in the patient medical record. Seek information and guidance when needed. Discusses concerns of work situation with Director or designee.

Environment - Ensures that within the division, all areas are organized and present a safe, accessible, effective and efficient environment for patients, families, visitors, and employees. Ensure that work areas are organized and present a safe, accessible, effective and efficient environment for employees, patients and families. Comply with Infection Control policies and procedures. Adhere to safety procedures appropriate to children's ages and development levels.

Administrative Support - Responds to communication system / patient alarms and executes with a sense of urgency. Answer the telephone in accordance with CCHMC telephone etiquette. Assemble charts, order patient supplies, and stock clerical supplies. May assist in the orientation and training of new employees.

Job Qualifications :

High school diploma or equivalent AND NLN or CCNE accredited nursing program student

Completion of medical / surgical or equivalent clinical rotation OR Listed on Ohio STNA registry OR Ohio CNA; If CNA is in another state, must receive reciprocity within 180 days of hire OR Listed on Ohio Emergency Medical Services Registry

Primary Location : Location A

Schedule : Part time

Shift : Day (United States of America)

Department : A4S

Employee Status : Regular

FTE : 0.3

Weekly Hours : 12

Market Leading Benefits Including :

Medical coverage starting day one of employment

Competitive retirement plans

Tuition reimbursement for continuing education

Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners

Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs for qualified positions

Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic / Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group

Physical and mental health wellness programs

Relocation assistance available for qualified positions

Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type

About Us :

At Cincinnati Children's, we come to work with one goal : to make children's health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children's.

Cincinnati Children's is :

Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Childrens Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years

Consistently among the top 3 Childrens Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding

Recognized as one of Americas Best Large Employers (2025), Americas Best Employers for New Grads (2025)

One of the nations Americas Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune

Consistently certified as a great place to work

A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability

Magnet designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)

We Embrace InnovationTogether. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That's why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we're creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger futurefor all of us.

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Cincinnati Children's is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO / Veteran / Disability