Patient Care Technician - Specialist- Evenings/Nights- Observation Unit

University of Pittsburgh Medical Center • Williamsport, PA

252d • $18 - $28

About The Position

UPMC Williamsport is hiring a full time Patient Care Technician, Specialist on our Observation Unit! This is a 36-hour work week, 7PM - 7AM with everyone weekend and holiday rotation. The Patient Care Technician - Specialist provides routine patient care and supports the department services in accordance with established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the nurse or physician to assure that the highest degree of quality patient care can be maintained at all times. Completes Specialist patient care duties after successfully completing training and annual competencies. Must routinely perform the UPMC nursing core patient care technician responsibilities including ADLs (bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning and repositioning patients. PLUS point of care testing (inc. blood glucose), weights, vital signs, I&O, telemetry monitor application/reapplication, HAC & PSI prevention (TEDs/SCDs). In addition, completes simple dressings, placement and removal of restraints, bladder scan, all specimen collections. Additionally, must perform IV catheter removal, Foley catheter removal, IV insertion, Foley catheter insertion, straight catheterization, phlebotomy and ticket to ride. All competencies must be achieved. In addition to the standard required competencies, the Patient Care Technician - Specialist will achieve and maintain competency and/or perform at least 1 or more of the following advanced skills based on department operational need: basic arrythmia, complex wound care, 12 lead EKG, and NG tubes clamping and removal.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 2 years of general healthcare experience and meet requirements of Patient Care Technician - Senior title, OR 1 year of experience and enrollment in PT/OT/PA program with completion of at least one clinical rotation, OR 1 year of experience 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 specialist class.
• Successful completion of basic information system training.
• Microcomputer experience preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the health care team.
• Cares for patients and self by supporting safety in the workplace.
• Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and externally.
• Assures equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department.
• Establishes appropriate and effective communication with other departments.
• Contributes to the universal unit activities including, but not limited to, responding to call lights and telephones, passing meal trays and transporting patients.
• Assists with physical, respiratory, and cardiopulmonary therapies.
• Provides feedback to the RN regarding patient care and reports changes in patient status.
• Provides instruction to patients and their families under the direction of the RN.
• Constructively receives feedback and direction.
• Identifies and communicates learning needs to the unit director.
• Participates in self-review as requested by the unit director.
• Participates in project and committee work.
• Suggests and supports changes within the department.
• Strictly adheres to all policies and procedures relative to patient care and hospital related information.
• Documents in the medical record according to established procedures.
• Performs assigned work in a timely and productive manner.
• Transports cardiac monitored patients within the hospital setting.
• Completes department clerical functions as needed.

Benefits

• Full-Time position with a 36-hour work week.
• Salary Range: $18.89-28.39 USD.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: High school or GED