Patient Care Technician

Join Our Community!Are you passionate about the patient experience and seeking growth opportunities? UPMC is dedicated to providing each patient with the right care, in the right way, at the right time, every time. Our Patient Care Technicians are essential partners in that mission, enhancing the patient experience at UPMC with positivity and integrity. Join us as we provide Life Changing Medicine to our community.Position: Full-Time Patient Care TechnicianDepartment: 5 East Annex Flex UnitLocation: UPMC PassavantShifts: 36 hours per week; rotating shiftsTitle and rate of pay will be determined based upon individual qualifications, experience, and education. The minimum hourly starting rates for each level are as follows:Care Attendant: $18.19Nursing Assistant: $18.59Patient Care Technician: $18.99Patient Care Technician, Senior: $19.19Responsibilities:Provide direct patient care under RN direction, including assisting with ADLs, procedures, and therapiesPerform core PCT responsibilities, including vital signs, point-of-care testing, telemetry application, specimen collection, bladder scans, EKGs, and basic dressingsAssist with unit and patient needs (e.g., responding to call lights, meal delivery, patient transport, and monitoring)Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment while following infection control and safety protocolsMonitor patients and report changes in condition or equipment issues promptlyDocument care accurately and complete clerical tasks as neededSupport unit operations by stocking supplies and assisting with department activitiesCommunicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team to support coordinated careDemonstrate professionalism by building positive relationships, supporting team initiatives, and seeking opportunities for growth and developmentRespond to emergent situations and provide patient supervision or assistance as appropriateNote: All competencies must be achieved. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions associated with the role.High school diploma or equivalentOne of the following: One year of patient care experienceEnrollment in a PT, OT, PA, or related healthcare program with at least one completed clinical rotationBachelor's degree in a health sciences fieldSuccessful completion of UPMC Patient Care Technician trainingCompletion of basic information systems trainingStrong verbal and written communication skillsMedication access limited to distribution to licensed nursing staffLicensure/Certification/Clearances:Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification (AHA-compliant with skills demonstration) required within 30 days of hireAct 34 Criminal ClearanceUPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.