Casual Patient Care Technician - GI Lab

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center • Pittsburgh, PA

286d • $18 - $26

About The Position

The Nursing Assistant is a valued step in UPMCs Patient Care Support Career Ladder. The final candidate will be placed in the appropriate title and pay rate depending on education and experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 Year of general healthcare experience, OR
• 6 months of experience as UPMC Nursing Assistant/CNA with PCT competency achieved within 120 days of hire/transfer/promotion, OR
• Enrollment in PT/OT/PA program or related healthcare training program with completion of at least one clinical rotation, OR
• Completion of a bachelor's degree in a health sciences field.
• Successful completion of UPMC patient care technician class.
• Successful completion of basic information system training.
• Microcomputer experience preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic or currently enrolled in an EMT or Paramedic program preferred.
• Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.

Nice To Haves

• ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform duties in line with system-wide competencies and behaviors.
• Report equipment malfunctions.
• Establish effective communication strategies.
• Maintain professional and respectful relationships.
• Assist with unit activities (e.g., responding to call lights, passing meal trays, transporting patients).
• Assist with ADLs (bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating).
• Perform point-of-care testing, monitor vital signs, and assist with patient care equipment.
• Maintain a safe and organized environment.
• Acquire and distribute supplies and equipment.
• Communicate clearly with the healthcare team.
• Understand cultural diversity and support workplace safety.
• Develop productive working relationships and demonstrate accountability.
• Provide direct patient care as directed by the RN.
• Ensure patient safety and cleanliness.
• Deliver patient nourishments and mail.
• Provide diversional activities and document in medical records.
• Complete clerical functions and comply with safety policies.
• Respond to emergent situations and provide companionship as needed.
• Support departmental changes and assume responsibility for assignments.

Benefits

• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
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What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED