What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Technician position at UPMC - Pittsburgh Medical Center?
Join Our Team as a Full-Time Patient Care Technician!
Are you passionate about making a difference in patients' lives? We are looking for a dedicated Full-Time Patient Care Technician to join our dynamic 7C Medical / Surgical Unit.
Scheduling requirements include availability for rotating shifts, weekends and holidays.
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.
Primary Responsibilities:
Assist with activities of daily living, basic patient care, point-of-care testing, vital signs, telemetry monitoring, specimen collection. The role may also involve advanced skills like phlebotomy, IV removal, and EKGs, depending on department needs.
- 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
- Nursing Students or those with EMT experience preferred
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- 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
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
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