Patient Care Technician I - Full-Time, Day Shift Opportunities

UPMC•Altoona, PA

19d•$17

About The Position

UPMC Altoona is hiring full-time Patient Care Technicians for day shifts, typically between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM. Employees may choose a 40-hour or 36-hour workweek. This is permanent, year-round employment. No prior patient care experience is required; training is provided for qualified entry-level candidates. Patient Care Technicians work alongside nurses and other health care professionals to provide safe, respectful care and help patients with everyday needs. Potential departments include Oncology, Cardiology, Trauma, Surgical Progressive Care, Neurology, Behavioral Health, Pediatric Acute Care, Observation, Birth Center, and the Emergency Department. Placement depends on availability, qualifications, and organizational needs. The position pays $17.01 per hour or more, with eligible evening and night shift pay. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off and holidays, tuition assistance, retirement options, pension benefits, and career growth opportunities.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to communicate effectively in person and in writing.
Ability to work respectfully and responsibly as part of a team.
No previous experience is required.
If the candidate lacks previous hospital or prehospital training, successful completion of the UPMC patient care technician class or the first year of clinical work in a nursing program is required.
Basic Life Support or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation certification is required based on the position.
American Heart Association-compliant CPR training, including instruction and a skills demonstration, must be completed within 30 days of hire.
Act 34 clearance is required.
Some departments require Act 31, Act 33, and Act 73 FBI clearances with applicable renewals.

Nice To Haves

Direct patient care experience is preferred but not required.
Emergency Medical Technician or Paramedic certification, or enrollment in an EMT or Paramedic program, is preferred.
Basic computer experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Help patients with bathing, eating, walking, toileting, and other personal care.
Take vital signs, check blood glucose, obtain weights, and record intake and output.
Answer call bells, respond to patient needs, and help patients remain safe and comfortable.
Observe patients, report changes or concerns to the nurse, and document care.
Assist with patient transport, meals, supplies, cleaning, stocking, and safety checks.
Communicate respectfully, take ownership of assignments, and support the care team.
Complete required training, including basic information system training.