Part-Time Night Patient Care Technician — Growth Path

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

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.