Patient Care Technician - Inpatient Rehab

Patient Care Technician in 4A Inpatient RehabAre 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.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.Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent.Must also have either:a) 2 years of general healthcare experience and meet requirements of Patient Care Technician title, ORb) 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 hireSuccessful completion of patient care technician senior classSuccessful 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.May, in the course of their duties, be in rooms where medications are stored or may transport medications when they transport patients.Transportation of medication is limited from one department to another.Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances: CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire. ACLS preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR). Act 34.UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran