What are the responsibilities and job description for the Emergency Department Technician (Nights) position at UPMC?
Emergency Department Technician
.5 part time, night shifts with rotation every other weekend/holiday rotation
Shifts: 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM and 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM (20 hours/week)
Union Positions: AFSCME
Posted: 12/24/2025
Are you passionate about delivering hands-on patient care in a dynamic clinical environment? Join a dedicated healthcare team where your skills and compassion make a real impact. In this role, you'll provide direct patient support under the guidance of a clinical manager, contributing to both routine and emergency care. From assisting with admissions and procedures to monitoring vital signs and maintaining a safe, organized care space, you'll be an essential part of a collaborative effort to ensure comfort, safety, and quality outcomes for every patient.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide direct patient care and assist with admissions, transfers, discharges, and orientation.
- Support physicians and nurses during procedures such as catheter care, suctioning, dressing changes, chest tube insertions, EKGs, and suturing, within scope of training.
- Perform venipuncture, IV access, and monitor vital signs including temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure, and pulse oximetry.
- Respond effectively to emergencies and adhere to universal precautions and exposure policies.
- Utilize restraints and protective mechanisms with proper documentation when necessary.
- Participate in patient care planning, family education, and CPI processes.
- Observe, report, and document changes in patient condition and care provided.
- Assist with patient mobility including turning, lifting, positioning, and ambulation.
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of patient areas, equipment, instruments, and supplies.
- Complete age-specific and annual competency validations; maintain proficiency in patient care testing.
- Ensure patient safety and comfort while following instructions from clinical leadership.