Part-Time Night Patient Care Technician

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift differential

Job summary

UPMC Passavant is hiring a Part-Time Patient Care Technician to support the Night Program in 6 South Surgical Oncology. This role offers 24 hours per week with straight nights and includes a starting pay aligned with education and experience, plus a $2.00 per hour night differential.

You will provide direct patient care under RN direction, conduct vital signs and basic procedures, assist with meals, transport, and documentation, and maintain safety and infection control standards on the unit.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of patient care experience.
• Ability to provide direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Capable of performing vital signs, EKGs and basic procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under RN direction, including assisting with ADLs, procedures, and therapies
• Perform core PCT responsibilities, including vital signs, point-of-care testing, telemetry application, specimen collection, bladder scans, EKGs, and basic dressings
• Assist with unit and patient needs (e.g., responding to call lights, meal delivery, patient transport, and monitoring)
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment while following infection control and safety protocols
• Monitor patients and report changes in condition or equipment issues promptly
• Document care accurately and complete clerical tasks as needed
• Support unit operations by stocking supplies and assisting with department activities
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team to support coordinated care
• Demonstrate professionalism by building positive relationships, supporting team initiatives, and seeking opportunities for growth and development
• Respond to emergent situations and provide patient supervision or assistance as appropriate

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Telemetry

EKG

Tools

Safety protocols

Job description

Join Our Community!

Are you passionate about the patient experience and seeking growth opportunities? UPMC is dedicated to providing each patient with the right care, in the right way, at the right time, every time. Our Patient Care Technicians are essential partners in that mission, enhancing the patient experience at UPMC with positivity and integrity. Join us as we provide Life Changing Medicine to our community.

UPMC Passavant is hiring a Part-Time Patient Care Technician to support our Night Program at the McCandless location. Employees receive an additional $2.00 per hour on top of the current off-shift differential.

This role is part of the UPMC Inpatient Patient Care Support Career Ladder, offering opportunities for growth and advancement. Title and rate of pay are determined based on education and experience. Candidates must have at least 6 months of patient care experience to qualify for the Night Program.

Position: Part-Time Patient Care Technician
Department: 6 South Surgical Oncology
Location: UPMC Passavant
Shifts: 24 hours per week, straight nights

Title and rate of pay will be determined based upon individual qualifications, experience, and education. The minimum hourly starting rates for each level are as follows:

• Care Attendant: $18.19
• Nursing Assistant: $18.59
• Patient Care Technician: $18.99
• Patient Care Technician, Senior: $19.19

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct patient care under RN direction, including assisting with ADLs, procedures, and therapies
• Perform core PCT responsibilities, including vital signs, point-of-care testing, telemetry application, specimen collection, bladder scans, EKGs, and basic dressings
• Assist with unit and patient needs (e.g., responding to call lights, meal delivery, patient transport, and monitoring)
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment while following infection control and safety protocols
• Monitor patients and report changes in condition or equipment issues promptly
• Document care accurately and complete clerical tasks as needed
• Support unit operations by stocking supplies and assisting with department activities
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team to support coordinated care
• Demonstrate professionalism by building positive relationships, supporting team initiatives, and seeking opportunities for growth and development
• Respond to emergent situations and provide patient supervision or assistance as appropriate

Note: All competencies must be achieved. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions associated with the role.