Acute Care Technician - Ortho/Neuro

Acute Care Technician - Med Surg Ortho/Neuro

Part Time Night Shift - TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital - $2.5k Sign-On Bonus!

Location: 

10500 Montgomery Rd, Montgomery, OH 45242

Work Schedule: 

• Part Time Nights- (48 hours bi-weekly)
• 6:30pm - 7:00am 
• Every 3rd weekend rotation
• Holiday rotation 

The 6300 Medical-Surgical Unit at TriHealth Bethesda North Hospital is a 41-bed unit that specializes in the care of orthopedic, neurosurgery, and trauma patients. Our diverse patient population includes individuals recovering from total joint replacements—such as knee, hip, and shoulder—as well as those with hip fractures or requiring spinal surgery. This fast-paced unit offers a supportive environment for role transition students, nursing students, and new graduates to thrive and grow, with a focus on teamwork, communication, and delivering high-quality patient care. Nurses here have the opportunity to refine their skills in areas such as managing pre- and post-operative care, pain management, patient mobility, and neurovascular assessments. Our team also handles orthopedic-specific interventions, including the use of splints, Buck’s traction, skeletal traction, and specialized durable medical equipment (DME). We take pride in our commitment to professional development and are affiliated with leading organizations such as the ANCC, ANA, the National Association of Orthopedic Nurses, and the Academy of Medical-Surgical Nurses. Nurses can further advance their expertise through certifications such as MED-SURG, GERO-BC, ONC, Pain Certification, and CNRN. The 6300 unit is an ideal place to develop specialized clinical skills, while working in a collaborative and compassionate environment that prioritizes patient-centered care.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Supportive, team‑centered culture built on communication, compassion, and respect. 
• Hands‑on experience in a high‑acuity med surg oncology setting that strengthens clinical skills. 
• Opportunities to expand competency in emergency response and advanced care tasks. 
• Leadership that promotes professional growth and continuous learning. 
• Comprehensive TriHealth benefits, wellness programs, and career support.

Incentives & Benefits: 

In addition to a comprehensive benefits package—including medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement plans, and tuition reimbursement as well as student loan repayment options—this role offers career growth opportunities.

Please view our benefits page:  https://careers.trihealth.com/what-we-offer/benefits  

Job Requirements:

• 2 years High School Education 
• Age 17 with work permit
• Basic Life Support (BLS)
• Reading and math ability appropriate to the position
• Experience as an STNA, PCA or ACT strongly preferred

Job Responsibilities:

Performs and documents basic patient care tasks under the direct supervision of an RN. Maintains competency of tasks in which the ACT has been trained. Completes assigned tasks within required timeframe. Seeks clarification from the nurse when in doubt about how to proceed.

Maintains a safe environment. Reports safety hazards to appropriate personnel. Completes safety event report as necessary. Complies with Infection Control policies. Demonstrates knowledge of safety/emergency policies and procedures and appropriately corrects any identified hazards.

Communicates effectively with others. Shows respect to patients, families and co-workers. Reports patient related information in a timely manner. Reports problems in completing assignment/tasks in a timely manner to the appropriate person. Documents observations and tasks performed. Works in collaboration with all members of the health care team. Utilizes chain of command appropriately.

Performs supply, equipment, and environmental-related activities as required, and described in principal accountabilities. Recognizes, reports, and follows-up on issues with supply/equipment availability in a timely manner. Reports and follows through as per unit standard concerning equipment that is broken or malfunctioning. Assures equipment/supplies are readily available for use by next person.

Acknowledges need for self-growth and accountability. Identifies area for self-improvement. Demonstrates/maintains knowledge of organizational and unit changes. Supports organizational and unit changes.

Other Job-Related Information:

The TriHealth Nursing Vision, Mission, and Philosophy speaks to professional development, collaboration, and our nursing culture. To achieve excellence in nursing care, TriHealth encourages: pursuit of improved knowledge through continuing education classes, formal education leading to advancement of degrees, and the attainment of specialty certification; nurse membership in local, regional, and national nursing organizations related to the appropriate nurse specialty; involvement in activities that better the health of our community; nursing research activities and use of evidence-based practice, and all nurses to foster, support and personally model collaborative relationships amongst nurses, physicians, and other caregivers for the betterment of patient care.

Working Conditions:

Bending - Frequently

Climbing - Occasionally

Concentrating - Consistently

Continuous Learning - Consistently

Hearing: Conversation - Consistently

Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently

Interpersonal Communication - Consistently

Kneeling - Occasionally

Lifting <10 Lbs - Consistently

Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Frequently

Lifting <50 Lbs. - Consistently

Pulling - Consistently

Pushing - Consistently

Reaching - Consistently

Reading - Consistently

Sitting - Frequently

Standing - Consistently

Stooping - Frequently

Talking - Consistently

Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently

Use of Hands - Freq

Color Vision - Occasionally

Visual Acuity: Far - Consistently

Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently

Walking - Consistently

TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors

At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following: 

Serve: ALWAYS…

• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"

• Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist

• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas

Excel: ALWAYS…

• Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met

• Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)

• Work on improving quality, safety, and service 

Respect: ALWAYS…

• Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.

• Respect everyone’s opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.

• Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.

Value: ALWAYS…

• Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.

• Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.

• Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.

Engage: ALWAYS…

• Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.

• Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community

Job Keywords: Ortho, Neuro, Med Surg, Medical Surgical, Acute Care Tech, ACT STNA, PCA, Patient Care Technician