Activities of Daily Living (ADLs), Administrative Skills, Clinical Assessment, Communication Skills, Electrocardiogram, Food Delivery, Health Science, Healthcare, Infection Control, Medical Treatment, Medications, Medicine, Nursing, Nursing Credentials, Operational Support, Organizational Skills, Patient Care, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Registered Nurse (RN), Specimen Collection, Telemetry, Telephone Skills, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Pittsburgh, PA
POSTED
21 days ago
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Are you passionate about the patient experience and seeking growth opportunities? UPMC is dedicated to providing each patient with the right care, in the right way, at the right time, every time. Our Patient Care Technicians are essential partners in that mission, enhancing the patient experience at UPMC with positivity and integrity. Join us as we provide Life Changing Medicine to our community.
Position: Full-Time Patient Care Technician
Department: 3 Main Acute Care
Location: UPMC Passavant
Shifts: 36 hours per week; Rotating days, nights, weekends, and holidays required
Career Ladder: Title and rate of pay will be determined based upon individual qualifications, experience, and education. The minimum hourly starting rates for each level are as follows:
Care Attendant: $18.19
Nursing Assistant: $18.59
Patient Care Technician: $18.99
Patient Care Technician, Senior: $19.19
Responsibilities:
Provide direct patient care under RN direction, including assisting with ADLs, procedures, and therapies
Perform core PCT responsibilities, including vital signs, point-of-care testing, telemetry application, specimen collection, bladder scans, EKGs, and basic dressings
Assist with unit and patient needs (e.g., responding to call lights, meal delivery, patient transport, and monitoring
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment while following infection control and safety protocols
Monitor patients and report changes in condition or equipment issues promptly
Document care accurately and complete clerical tasks as needed
Support unit operations by stocking supplies and assisting with department activities
Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team to support coordinated care
Demonstrate professionalism by building positive relationships, supporting team initiatives, and seeking opportunities for growth and development
Respond to emergent situations and provide patient supervision or assistance as appropriate
Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions associated with the role.
High school diploma or equivalent
One of the following:
One year of patient care experience
Enrollment in a PT, OT, PA, or related healthcare program with at least one completed clinical rotation
Bachelor's degree in a health sciences field
Successful completion of UPMC Patient Care Technician training
Completion of basic information systems training
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Medication access limited to distribution to licensed nursing staff
Licensure/Certification/Clearances:
Basic Life Support (BLS or CPR certification (AHA-compliant with skills demonstration required within 30 days of hire
Act 34 Criminal Clearance
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.