What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Technician - Senior position at UPMC?
Join Our Team as a Full-Time Patient Care Technician - Senior!
Be part of an exciting time at UPMC Children’s—join us in our beautiful new building as we grow our cardiac program and build something special together. We are looking for a dedicated Patient Care Technician - Senior to join our Cardiac Prep/Recovery Unit.
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:
- Perform patient care tasks, including ADLs, point-of-care testing, and basic medical procedures (e.g., IV/foley insertion/removal, specimen collection, wound care, etc.).
- Assist with physical, respiratory, and cardiopulmonary therapies; report patient status changes to RNs.
- Participate in patient/family education, quality initiatives, and department projects.
- Adhere to safety policies, document accurately, and complete work efficiently
- Transport cardiac-monitored patients and perform advanced tasks based on departmental needs (e.g., EKGs, NG tube removal).
- Engage in continuous learning, feedback, and self-review.
Salary : $1,000 - $1,000,000