Neurosurgery Patient Care Technician - Growth Path

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Presbyterian is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join the 8D neurosurgical unit, a fast-paced 17-bed unit caring for adults with brain tumors, spinal injuries, heads injuries, and stroke. You will deliver routine patient care under RN guidance, assist with ADLs, monitor vitals, perform EKGs, bladder scans, and specimen collection, while ensuring safety and quality care.

This role requires completion of UPMC nursing assistant/PC technician training, strong body mechanics knowledge, and

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Successful completion of UPMC Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Technician, or EIC training program.
• Knowledge of body mechanics and transfer techniques.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• CNA/EMT/Paramedic preferred or current enrollment in EMT/Paramedic program.

Responsibilities

• Deliver routine patient care and support services, following established policies and procedures.
• Under the direction of nurses and/or physicians, ensure high-quality patient care is maintained at all times.
• Assist with ADLs (bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning, repositioning, and blood glucose monitoring).
• Take vital signs, perform simple dressings, 12-lead EKGs, bladder scans, and collect specimens.
• Report equipment malfunctions and communicate effectively with the healthcare team.
• Ensure patient and workplace safety, demonstrate professionalism, and maintain productive relationships.
• Provide patient care, support therapies, and assist with instruction under RN guidance.
• Adhere to all policies, safety standards, and document patient information appropriately.
• Complete tasks in a timely manner, including clerical functions as needed.

Skills

Body mechanics

Transfer techniques

Communication skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

CNA preferred

EMT preferred

Paramedic program enrollment preferred

Job description

UPMC Presbyterian is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join the 8D neurosurgical unit, a fast-paced 17-bed unit caring for adults with brain tumors, spinal injuries, heads injuries, and stroke. You will deliver routine patient care under RN guidance, assist with ADLs, monitor vitals, perform EKGs, bladder scans, and specimen collection, while ensuring safety and quality care.

This role requires completion of UPMC nursing assistant/PC technician training, strong body mechanics knowledge, and