ICU Patient Care Tech — Growth & Tuition Support

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement up to $6,000 per

Total Rewards package

Modern equipment and technology

Job summary

UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital seeks a Patient Care Technician to assist with patient care activities, perform basic nursing assistant duties, and support RNs in managing daily patient needs.

You will participate in tasks like vital signs, phlebotomy, EKGs, and catheter care, contributing to a safe and compassionate patient environment. This role includes rotating shifts and continuous learning in a Magnet-designated setting.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required with healthcare experience options.
• Phlebotomy, IV insertion, and telemetry skills may be required depending on unit.
• CPR/BLS certification is required and background clearances may be needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care including assistance with procedures and activities of daily living.
• Assist with physical, respiratory, and cardiopulmonary therapies; report changes in patient status to RN.
• Perform nursing assistant responsibilities such as vital signs, I&O, and specimen collection.
• Complete competencies and participate in ongoing professional growth as part of the nursing support ladder.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

12-lead EKG

IV insertion

Foley catheter removal

Telemetry monitoring

ADLs

HAC/PSI prevention

TEDs/SCDs

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Bachelor’s degree in health sciences

Tools

Phlebotomy training

Basic Arrhythmia Course

IV catheter insertion

Job description

UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital seeks a Patient Care Technician to assist with patient care activities, perform basic nursing assistant duties, and support RNs in managing daily patient needs.

You will participate in tasks like vital signs, phlebotomy, EKGs, and catheter care, contributing to a safe and compassionate patient environment. This role includes rotating shifts and continuous learning in a Magnet-designated setting.