Casual Patient Care Technician, Resource Unit

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician to join their Resource Pool team. In this role, you will provide essential patient care, assist with daily living activities, and ensure a safe environment for patients. The position requires flexibility and responsiveness, as you will work across various nursing units. If you have a passion for patient care and are looking to make a meaningful impact, this opportunity is perfect for you. Join a team where your contributions will enhance the quality of care and support the well-being of patients in a dynamic healthcare setting.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of direct patient care working experience required.
• Ability to assist with daily living activities and perform point-of-care testing.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities under RN supervision.
• Ensure a safe and clean environment and manage supplies and equipment.
• Document patient information accurately and respond to emergent situations.

Skills

Patient Care

Communication

Documentation

Emergency Response

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Join UPMC Shadyside’s Resource Pool!

UPMC Shadyside is hiring a Casual Patient Care Technician to join their team in the Resource Pool!

As a Patient Care Technician, you'll deliver vital patient care and assist with departmental services according to established policies and procedures. Under the guidance of nurses or physicians, you'll maintain high standards of patient care.

About UPMC Shadyside Resource Pool:

The Resource Pool provides ad hoc staffing solutions for nursing units that are reflective of their census and acuity at the time. Resource Staff is made up of two areas: Medical-Surgical/telemetry and ICUs. Working in the Resource Pool you must be especially flexible, knowledgeable, and responsive. Working in the Resource Pool requires a minimum of one year of direct patient care working experience.

Responsibilities:

• Direct Patient Care:Assist with daily living activities such as bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, and ambulating patients under RN supervision. Perform point-of-care testing including vital signs, blood glucose, weights, urine specimen collection, restraint placement & removal, I&O, telemetry monitor application/reapplication, HAC & PSI prevention (TEDs/SCDs), and Foley care.
• Environmental Maintenance:Ensure a safe and clean environment by performing safety checks, organizing patient rooms, and managing equipment. Changing bed linens, ensuring the hallways are clear of equipment/returning equipment, and keeping the unit tidy.
• Supplies & Equipment Management:Acquire, distribute, and manage supplies and equipment. Handle ordering, stocking, and setup of patient care items.
• Communication & Collaboration:Provide feedback to RN, communicate effectively with healthcare team members, and maintain professional relationships. Contribute to unit activities, such as responding to call lights and transporting patients.
• Documentation & Compliance:Document patient information accurately and complete clerical tasks. Adhere to safety policies, standard precautions, and procedures for bloodborne pathogens. Delivers patient nourishments, fills water pitchers, and distributes patient mail.
• Continuous Improvement:Receive and act on feedback, identify learning needs, and participate in self-review. Suggest and support departmental changes and improvements. Strictly adheres to all policies and practices relative to patient care and hospital-related information.
• Emergency Response & Companionship:Respond to emergent situations as needed and provide one-on-one supervision and companionship to patients.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions associated with the job