Casual Patient Care Technician - UPMC Somerset

UPMC; Somerset, Northern (Somerset County, KY); Híbrido; USD 32.000 - 45.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

UPMC Somerset is seeking a compassionate Patient Care Technician to support its Behavioral Health Unit. The NA/PCT role delivers routine patient care, assists with activities of daily living, and supports nursing staff to maintain high-quality care.

The position offers rotating shifts including weekdays, weekends, and holidays, with flexibility and commitment to patient safety and recovery in a behavioral health setting.

Formación

• Experience in behavioral health settings preferred.
• Willing to perform advanced clinical tasks as listed.
• Flexibility to work rotating shifts including weekends and holidays.

Responsabilidades

• Provide routine patient care and assist with daily living activities.
• Assist with vital signs, I&O, and specimen collection.
• Document care in the medical record accurately and timely.
• Support patient transport and call-light response.
• Collaborate with the healthcare team to ensure safety.
• Perform at least four advanced tasks as trained (e.g., phlebotomy).

Conocimientos

Patient care

Vital signs

I&O

Phlebotomy

Educación

Nursing Assistant certification (NA) or equivalent

Descripción del empleo

UPMC Somerset is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Patient Care Technician to support our Behavioral Health Unit!

The Nursing Assistant (NA) or Patient Care Technician (PCT) position plays a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care and supporting departmental operations. This casual role offers variable, rotating shifts, ranging across weekdays, weekends, and holidays. The ideal candidate will be flexible with scheduling and committed to maintaining the highest standards of care.

Candidates with previous mental health experience are highly encouraged to apply!

Responsibilities

• Provide routine patient care and assist with activities of daily living.
• Support physical, respiratory, and cardiopulmonary therapies.
• Perform core nursing assistant duties including:
  • Blood glucose monitoring
  • Weights
  • Vital signs
  • Intake & Output (I&O)
  • Specimen collection
  • Foley catheter care
• Perform at least four of the following advanced tasks:
  • Phlebotomy
  • 12-lead EKG
  • Simple dressing changes
  • Foley catheter removal
  • Point-of-care testing
  • Bladder scanning
  • Straight catheterization
  • IV catheter removal
• Assist with patient transport, meal tray distribution, and response to call lights.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Document patient care activities in the medical record accurately and timely.
• Support departmental initiatives and quality improvement projects.
• Maintain a safe and respectful environment, adhering to hospital policies and procedures.