Full-Time Nursing Assistant / Patient Care Technician - Adult Acute Care (UPMC Presbyterian/10S)

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Full-Time Nursing Assistant / Patient Care Technician at UPMC Presbyterian. You will provide high-quality patient care, support daily living activities, and assist healthcare professionals in a dynamic environment. This role offers a career ladder for growth and development in the healthcare field.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of body mechanics and transfer techniques.
• Successful completion of UPMC Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician training.

Responsibilities

• Deliver routine patient care and support services per policies.
• Assist nurses and physicians to maintain high-quality care.
• Take vital signs and perform simple dressings.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Full-Time Nursing Assistant / Patient Care Technician - Adult Acute Care (UPMC Presbyterian/10S)

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Overview

Are you looking to establish a fulfilling, hands-on healthcare career while enhancing the patient experience? As a Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician with UPMC Presbyterian, you’ll make a meaningful difference by providing high-quality patient care alongside our dedicated team.

Work Schedule

Roles require rotating shifts—including daytime, evening, overnight, weekends, and holidays. Shifts may include 12-hour and 8-hour options.

About the Unit

UPMC Presbyterian 10 South (10S) is a dynamic unit focused on patient-centered care, specializing in diverse medical conditions such as pulmonary issues, kidney and liver failure, gastrointestinal disorders, infectious diseases, cardiovascular conditions, and behavioral health.

Training Requirement

All new hires must complete a mandatory training course with full attendance.

Responsibilities

• Deliver routine patient care and support services per policies and procedures.
• Assist nurses and physicians to maintain high-quality care.
• Support activities of daily living (bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning, blood glucose monitoring).
• Take vital signs, perform simple dressings, 12-lead EKGs, bladder scans, and collect specimens.
• Report equipment issues and communicate effectively with the healthcare team.
• Ensure safety, demonstrate professionalism, and maintain positive relationships.
• Assist with therapies and patient education under RN guidance.
• Adhere to safety standards and document patient information accurately.
• Complete clerical and other tasks promptly.

Career Ladder

Our career ladder supports your growth from Nursing Assistant to Patient Care Technician, then to Senior/Specialist, and Lead roles, with resources, mentorship, and education at each step. Compensation starts at $18.40/hour, based on qualifications and ladder level.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of UPMC Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Technician, or EIC training program.
• Knowledge of body mechanics and transfer techniques.
• Effective communication skills.
• Preferred: CNA, EMT, Paramedic certification, or current enrollment in related programs.
• Limited medication access; primarily for distribution to nurses.

Licenses and Certifications

• Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR, with CPR certification per AHA standards within 30 days of hire.
• Act 34 clearance.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.