Night Patient Care Technician I – Cardiology (Part-Time)

UPMC; Fairview Township (York County); On-site; USD 2,066,000 - 3,031,000; Part time

Job summary

UPMC Altoona is hiring a Patient Care Technician I for the 7:00 PM–7:00 AM and 11:00 PM–7:00 AM shifts, part‑time (20 hours/week) with rotation including every other weekend and holidays. The role supports nurses and patients, with comprehensive training provided for entry‑level candidates.

Night differential and a new Night Program may add pay incentives, and hospital policy emphasizes safety, compassionate patient care, and teamwork in a fast‑paced Cardiology unit.

Qualifications

• Must have 6 months of experience to qualify.
• Must commit to work all full‑time shifts as night shifts.
• Night Program – if qualified, you could receive an additional $2 per hour on top of our current off‑shift differential ($1.10).

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates awareness of behavior on the efficient functioning of the department.
• Complies with safety policies and procedures including standard precautions and understand policies and procedures for blood borne pathogen exposure.
• Assures equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department.
• Establishes appropriate and effective communication strategies.
• Responds within the scope of the nursing assistant role to emergent situations.
• Provides direct patient care as directed by the RN including activities of daily living such as bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting and ambulating patients.

Job description

UPMC Altoona is hiring a Patient Care Technician I for the 7:00 PM–7:00 AM and 11:00 PM–7:00 AM shifts, part‑time (20 hours/week) with rotation including every other weekend and holidays. The role supports nurses and patients, with comprehensive training provided for entry‑level candidates.

Night differential and a new Night Program may add pay incentives, and hospital policy emphasizes safety, compassionate patient care, and teamwork in a fast‑paced Cardiology unit.