Entry-Level Patient Care Technician - Training & Growth

UPMC; Fairview Township (York County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Options

Career Growth

Job summary

UPMC Altoona is seeking compassionate and motivated individuals to join our team as Patient Care Technicians. These full-time positions offer day shifts typically between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM, with no prior patient care experience required because we provide training to help you begin.

You will work alongside nurses and other health care professionals to provide safe, respectful patient care, learn hands-on skills, and become part of the care team while earning a steady paycheck.

Qualifications

• No prior patient care experience required; training provided.

Responsibilities

• Work alongside nurses to provide safe, respectful patient care.
• Help patients with bathing, eating, walking, toileting, and personal care.
• Take vital signs, check blood glucose, obtain weights, and record intake/output.
• Answer call bells, respond to patient needs, and help patients stay safe and comfortable.
• Observe patients, report changes or concerns to the nurse, and document care.
• Assist with patient transport, meals, supplies, cleaning, stocking, and safety checks.
• Communicate respectfully, take ownership of assignments, and support the care team.

Job description

UPMC Altoona is seeking compassionate and motivated individuals to join our team as Patient Care Technicians. These full-time positions offer day shifts typically between 7:00 AM and 7:00 PM, with no prior patient care experience required because we provide training to help you begin.

You will work alongside nurses and other health care professionals to provide safe, respectful patient care, learn hands-on skills, and become part of the care team while earning a steady paycheck.