Full-Time Patient Care Technician
About The Position
UPMC is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the 5 South Neurosurgical Unit at UPMC Passavant. The role supports UPMC’s patient-care mission by providing direct care under RN direction and helping patients and the unit with daily needs. The position is full-time, scheduled for 36 hours per week on rotating shifts. Title and rate of pay depend on individual qualifications, experience, and education. Minimum hourly starting rates are Care Attendant: $18.19; Nursing Assistant: $18.59; Patient Care Technician: $18.99; and Patient Care Technician, Senior: $19.19. All competencies must be achieved. The duties listed describe the general nature and level of work and are not exhaustive.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- One year of patient care experience, or enrollment in a PT, OT, PA, or related healthcare program with at least one completed clinical rotation, or a bachelor’s degree in a health sciences field, or successful completion of UPMC Patient Care Technician training.
- Completion of basic information systems training.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification compliant with AHA requirements and skills demonstration, required within 30 days of hire.
- Act 34 Criminal Clearance.
- Medication access is limited to distribution to licensed nursing staff.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care under RN direction, including assistance with activities of daily living, procedures, and therapies.
- Perform core Patient Care Technician tasks, including taking vital signs, point-of-care testing, applying telemetry, collecting specimens, performing bladder scans and EKGs, and providing basic dressings.
- Assist with unit and patient needs, including responding to call lights, delivering meals, transporting patients, and monitoring patients.
- Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment and follow infection-control and safety protocols.
- Monitor patients and promptly report changes in condition or equipment issues.
- 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.
- Build positive relationships, support team initiatives, and seek opportunities for growth and development.
- Respond to emergent situations and provide patient supervision or assistance as appropriate.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
