Patient Care Technician, NS

UPMC • Pittsburgh, PA

23h • Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Team as a Casual Patient Care Technician!
Are you passionate about making a difference in patients' lives? We are looking for a dedicated Patient Care Technician - Specialist to join our dynamic 8B Gastroenterology Unit. Rotating and holiday/weekend shifts are required.
The position offers opportunities for growth, with a clear career ladder from Nursing Assistant to Patient Care Technician - Lead. A starting pay rate of $19.40/hour for Nursing Assistants is offered, based on experience and qualifications.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must also have at least one of the below:
• One year of general healthcare experience
• 6 months of experience as UPMC Nursing Assistant/CNA with PCT competency achieved within 120 days of hire/transfer/promotion
• Enrollment in a nursing program with completion of at least 1 clinical rotation required
• Completion of a bachelor's degree in a health sciences field
• 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)
• Clearances with renewal: Act 31, 33, 34, 73

Nice To Haves

• Nursing Students or those with EMT experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care tasks, including ADLs, point-of-care testing, and basic medical procedures (e.g., IV/foley insertion/removal, specimen collection, wound care, etc.).
• Assist with physical, respiratory, and cardiopulmonary therapies; report patient status changes to RNs.
• Participate in patient/family education, quality initiatives, and department projects.
• Adhere to safety policies, document accurately, and complete work efficiently
• Transport cardiac-monitored patients and perform advanced tasks based on departmental needs (e.g., EKGs, NG tube removal).
• Engage in continuous learning, feedback, and self-review.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED