Patient Care Technician

Patient Care TechnicianAre you looking for a flexible schedule? Look no further than the Resource Pool where you will find less weekends, less holidays, and less off shift requirements.ANCC Magnet designated UPMC Passavant is currently hiring a part-time patient care technician to support the Resource Pool. Full-time and part-time resource pool opportunities include an additional 10% differential!Why Join Us?Supportive Environment: Work in a collaborative and supportive team atmosphere.Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development.Diverse Experience: Gain experience across various medicine units, enhancing your clinical skills.If you are seasoned in patient care with a passion for excellence, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our dedicated team!The patient care technician is a valued step in the UPMC Inpatient Patient Care Support Career Ladder, with opportunities for continued growth and advancement. Title and salary will be determined based on education and experience. Candidates with a minimum of 1 year of experience are highly preferred and encouraged to apply.Responsibilities:Suggests and supports changes within the department.Assumes responsibility for assignment and views problems as challenges.Demonstrates awareness of behavior on the efficient functioning of the department.Supports department-based projects and quality initiatives.Must routinely perform the UPMC nursing core nursing assistant responsibilities (all competencies must be achieved):ADLs (bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning and repositioning patientsPoint of care testing (inc. blood glucose), weights, & vital signsI&OTelemetry monitor application/reapplicationHAC & PSI prevention (TEDs/SCDs)Clean catch/mini catheter urine collectionSimple dressings12 lead EKGBladder scanAll specimen collectionsAssures equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department.Establishes appropriate and effective communication with other departments.Establishes professional and respectful interpersonal relationships.Contributes to the universal unit activities including, but not limited to, responding to call lights and telephones, passing meal trays, and transporting patients.Constructively receives feedback and direction.Identifies and communicates learning needs to the unit director.Takes action to improve knowledge, skills, and performance.Requests assistance in planning and prioritizing activities as needed.Participates in self-review as requested by the unit director.Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the health care team.Demonstrates understanding of cultural diversity, horizontal violence, and impairment in the health professions.Cares for patients and self by supporting safety in the workplace.Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and externally by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation, and commitment to patients and colleagues.Provides patient care including assisting with patient procedures and activities of daily living.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.May apply, monitor, and remove patient restraints as per physician or hospital protocol.Strictly adheres to all policies and procedures relative to patient care and hospital-related information.Complies with safety policies and procedures including standard precautions.Documents in the medical record according to established procedures.Performs assigned work in a timely and productive manner.Completes department clerical functions as needed.*Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.*Performs other duties as assigned.Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this job. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions associated with the job.High school diploma or equivalent.Must also have:1 year of experience ORenrollment in PT/OT/PA program or related healthcare training program with completion of at least one clinical rotation ORcompletion of a bachelor's degree in a health sciences fieldSuccessful completion of UPMC patient care technician class.Successful completion of basic information system training.Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.Licensure/Certification/Clearances:CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hireAct 34 Criminal ClearanceAct 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewalAct 33 with renewalAct 73 FBI Clearance with renewalUPMC is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.