Patient Care Technician, Senior- Weekend Program, Emergency Department

UPMC•Monroeville, PA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

UPMC East is hiring a Full-Time Patient Care Technician Senior to support our Emergency Department Weekend Program. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about delivering high-quality patient care, answer your calling while building your career at UPMC. We offer opportunities for personal skill-building, professional development, and continued education. Weekend Program Schedule Requirements This position is part of the Weekend Program and requires a firm weekend commitment: Eligible participants must work 48 weekends per year Must work 24 hours each weekend, scheduled as either: Two (2) 12-hour shifts OR Three (3) 8-hour shifts All shifts must fall between: Friday at 3:00 p.m. and Monday at 7:00 a.m. Weekend Program employees are expected to consistently meet these scheduling requirements as outlined in the Weekend Program Agreement. Departmental Support & Professionalism Suggests and supports changes within the department Assumes responsibility for assignments and views problems as challenges Demonstrates awareness of behavior on the efficient functioning of the department Supports department-based projects and quality initiatives Establishes appropriate and effective communication with other departments Maintains professional and respectful interpersonal relationships Contributes to universal unit activities (e.g., responding to call lights, answering phones, passing meal trays, transporting patients) Patient Care & Clinical Duties Performs core nursing assistant responsibilities, including but not limited to: Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): bathing, feeding, toileting, ambulating, turning, repositioning Vital signs, intake & output, blood glucose monitoring, weights Specimen collection and Foley care Performs advanced clinical tasks based on department need, such as: Phlebotomy 12-lead EKGs Simple dressings Foley catheter insertion/removal IV insertion/removal and dressing changes Bladder scans Femoral hemostasis Telemetry monitor application/reapplication NG tube clamping/removal Additional responsibilities include: Assisting with physical, respiratory, and cardiopulmonary therapies Reporting changes in patient status to the RN Providing patient and family education under RN direction Applying, monitoring, and removing patient restraints per protocol Transporting cardiac-monitored patients Being present in medication storage areas or transporting medications between departments as permitted Documentation & Safety Adheres to all policies and procedures related to patient care and hospital information Complies with safety policies and standard precautions Documents accurately in the medical record Supports a safe environment for patients and staff Reports equipment malfunctions to the appropriate department Communication & Teamwork Demonstrates clear, respectful, and effective communication Shows understanding of cultural diversity, workplace conduct, and professional accountability Develops productive internal and external working relationships Exhibits enthusiasm, motivation, and commitment to patients and colleagues Learning & Professional Development Receptive to feedback and direction Identifies and communicates learning needs to leadership Takes initiative to improve knowledge, skills, and performance Requests assistance with planning and prioritization when needed Participates in self-review, committees, and project work

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must also have either a) 2 years of general healthcare experience and meet requirements of Patient Care Technician title, OR b) 1 year of experience (defined above) and enrollment in PT/OT/PA program with completion of at least one clinical rotation, orc) 1 year of experience (defined above) and completion of a bachelor's degree in a health sciences field.
Annual completion of a professional contribution to be determined after hire.
Successful completion of patient care technician senior class.
Successful completion of basic information system training.
Microcomputer experience preferred
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
ACLS preferred
CCMC required within 60 days of hire
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC)
Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
Act 33 with renewal
Act 34 with renewal
Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

Nice To Haves

Nursing Student that has completed one clinical rotation preferred
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic or currently enrolled in an EMT or Paramedic program preferred.
Successful completion of a basic arrhythmia course and annual competency required.

Responsibilities

Suggests and supports changes within the department
Assumes responsibility for assignments and views problems as challenges
Demonstrates awareness of behavior on the efficient functioning of the department
Supports department-based projects and quality initiatives
Establishes appropriate and effective communication with other departments
Maintains professional and respectful interpersonal relationships
Contributes to universal unit activities (e.g., responding to call lights, answering phones, passing meal trays, transporting patients)
Performs core nursing assistant responsibilities, including but not limited to:
Activities of Daily Living (ADLs): bathing, feeding, toileting, ambulating, turning, repositioning
Vital signs, intake & output, blood glucose monitoring, weights
Specimen collection and Foley care
Performs advanced clinical tasks based on department need, such as:
Phlebotomy
12-lead EKGs
Simple dressings
Foley catheter insertion/removal
IV insertion/removal and dressing changes
Bladder scans
Femoral hemostasis
Telemetry monitor application/reapplication
NG tube clamping/removal
Assisting with physical, respiratory, and cardiopulmonary therapies
Reporting changes in patient status to the RN
Providing patient and family education under RN direction
Applying, monitoring, and removing patient restraints per protocol
Transporting cardiac-monitored patients
Being present in medication storage areas or transporting medications between departments as permitted
Adheres to all policies and procedures related to patient care and hospital information
Complies with safety policies and standard precautions
Documents accurately in the medical record
Supports a safe environment for patients and staff
Reports equipment malfunctions to the appropriate department
Demonstrates clear, respectful, and effective communication
Shows understanding of cultural diversity, workplace conduct, and professional accountability
Develops productive internal and external working relationships
Exhibits enthusiasm, motivation, and commitment to patients and colleagues
Receptive to feedback and direction
Identifies and communicates learning needs to leadership
Takes initiative to improve knowledge, skills, and performance
Requests assistance with planning and prioritization when needed
Participates in self-review, committees, and project work