Dynamic Patient Care Technician: Vital Signs & Procedures

UPMC; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a Patient Care Technician to assist with patient care, procedures and activities of daily living in a hospital setting. Responsibilities include supporting RN, performing core nursing assistant duties, and assisting with therapies and patient monitoring.

Required are either a high school diploma or GED, and relevant training including eRecord usage. The role entails safety compliance, teamwork, and ongoing professional development within a dynamic health care environment.

Qualifications

• Provides patient care including assisting with patient procedures and activities of daily living.
• Assists with physical, respiratory and cardiopulmonary therapies.
• Maintains communication with RN regarding patient status and care needs.
• Demonstrates ability to perform core nursing assistant responsibilities including vital signs, I&O and specimen collection.

Responsibilities

• Assists with patient care and activities of daily living.
• Performs core nursing assistant tasks and additional duties as identified.
• Reports equipment malfunctions and communicates with other departments.
• Participates in self-review and ongoing learning to improve skills.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Cultural sensitivity

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

eRecord access

Job description

UPMC is seeking a Patient Care Technician to assist with patient care, procedures and activities of daily living in a hospital setting. Responsibilities include supporting RN, performing core nursing assistant duties, and assisting with therapies and patient monitoring.

Required are either a high school diploma or GED, and relevant training including eRecord usage. The role entails safety compliance, teamwork, and ongoing professional development within a dynamic health care environment.