Patient Care Technician

Pinnacle Health Systems•Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

Join Our Team as a Patient Care Technician in 4A Inpatient Rehab! Are you passionate about providing exceptional patient care and making a difference in the lives of others? Our 4A Inpatient Rehab unit is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Patient Care Technician to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in supporting our patients' recovery and well-being by assisting with daily living activities, therapies, and providing vital feedback to our nursing staff. If you are committed to excellence, eager to learn, and thrive in a collaborative environment, we would love to hear from you! The Patient Care Technician is a valued step in UPMCs Patient Care Support Career Ladder. The final candidate will be placed in the appropriate title and pay rate depending on education and experience

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Must also have either a) 1 Year of general healthcare experience, OR b) 6 months of experience as UPMC Nursing Assistant/CNA with PCT competency achieved within 120 days of hire/transfer/promotion, OR c) enrollment in PT/OT/PA program or related healthcare training program with completion of at least one clinical rotation, OR d) completion of a bachelor's degree in a health sciences field.
Successful completion of UPMC patient care technician class
Successful completion of basic information system training.
Microcomputer experience preferred.
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.
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)
Act 34 with renewal

Nice To Haves

Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)or Paramedic or currently enrolled in an EMT or Paramedic program preferred.
ACLS preferred

Responsibilities

Assist with patient procedures and daily living activities.
Support physical, respiratory, and cardiopulmonary therapies.
Provide feedback to the RN and report changes in patient status.
Perform core nursing assistant tasks (blood glucose, weights, vital signs, I&O, specimen collections, Foley care) and at least four of the following: phlebotomy, 12-lead EKG, simple dressing, Foley catheter removal, point of care testing, bladder scan, straight catheter, or IV catheter removal.
Report equipment malfunctions and communicate effectively with other departments.
Contribute to unit activities (responding to call lights, passing meal trays, transporting patients).
Receive and act on feedback, identify learning needs, and participate in self-review.
Provide patient and family instruction under RN direction; apply, monitor, and remove restraints as needed.
Adhere to all patient care policies and safety procedures.
Document in medical records and perform clerical functions as needed.
Support department projects and quality initiatives.