UC Health·Cincinnati, Ohio
The Patient Care Assistant provides basic direct patient care as delegated by clinical professional personnel. They are also responsible for maintaining a clean, safe, and orderly environment for patients and visitors.
At UC Health, we're proud to have the best and brightest teams and clinicians collaborating toward our common purpose: to advance healing and reduce suffering.
As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.
The Patient Care Assistant provides basic direct patient care as delegated by clinical professional personnel in accordance with delegation law and rules and current education. The PCA maintains an orderly, clean and safe environment for patients and visitors.
Candidates must have a High School Diploma or GED and proficiency in AHA CPR. Required qualifications include State Tested Nursing Aide Training, being an RN student with acute care rotation, or completion of UC Health competency training.
Market context
In Ohio, Patient Care Assistant roles in ortho trauma units are typically in steady demand because hospitals need support for mobility, hygiene, and basic patient monitoring on busy inpatient floors. These openings can be competitive when they require a high school diploma or GED, AHA CPR, and one of several clinical preparation paths, such as STNA training, RN student acute care rotation, or competency training. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this page to save time, then confirm your training path and CPR status before applying.