Night Shift Patient Care Technician – Acute Care Skills

UPMC; Williamsport (Lycoming County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Williamsport is seeking a Full-Time Patient Care Technician for the 5 East Acute Care/Trauma Stepdown unit. The role requires night shift coverage, with a 36-hour weekly schedule and every other weekend/holiday.

The incumbent will provide direct patient care and assist with therapies under RN supervision. Responsibilities include nursing core tasks, vital signs, UPMC protocols, and documentation in the medical record.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Experience as a nursing assistant/CNA or PCT competency is preferred.
• CPR certification within 30 days of hire is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care including activities of daily living and procedures under the RN.
• Assist with nursing core tasks (vital signs, blood glucose, I&O, specimen collection).
• Support safety and effective communication across the health care team.
• Document in the medical record and perform department clerical functions as needed.
• Respond to call lights, transport patients, and participate in unit activities.

Skills

Patient care

ADLs assistance

Vital signs

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

UPMC CNA/PCT competency

Job description

UPMC Williamsport is seeking a Full-Time Patient Care Technician for the 5 East Acute Care/Trauma Stepdown unit. The role requires night shift coverage, with a 36-hour weekly schedule and every other weekend/holiday.

The incumbent will provide direct patient care and assist with therapies under RN supervision. Responsibilities include nursing core tasks, vital signs, UPMC protocols, and documentation in the medical record.