Part-Time Patient Care Technician

Upmc Passavant; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Presencial; USD 26.000 - 39.000; Tempo parcial

Resumo da vaga

UPMC Passavant in Pittsburgh, PA is seeking a Part-Time Patient Care Technician to join the Medical ICU team. The role is on-site, 20 hours per week, with rotating shifts, and offers a starting pay range aligned with experience.

The position supports RN staff with direct patient care, vital signs, telemetry, and routine tasks, while upholding infection control and patient safety standards in a busy ICU environment.

Qualificações

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• One year of patient care experience or enrollment in a PT/OT/PA or related healthcare program with at least one completed clinical rotation.
• Successful completion of UPMC Patient Care Technician training.
• Completion of basic information systems training.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Provide direct patient care under RN direction, including assisting with ADLs, procedures, and therapies.
• Perform core PCT responsibilities: vital signs, point-of-care testing, telemetry application, specimen collection, EKGs.
• Assist with unit and patient needs (call lights, meals, transport, monitoring).
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment 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.

Conhecimentos

Communication skills

Formação

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree in health sciences

Enrollment in healthcare program with clinical rotation

UPMC Patient Care Technician training

Basic information systems training

Descrição da vaga

Job ID: 8511494916

Status: Part-Time

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Shift: Variable

Work Arrangement: On-site

Facility: UPMC Passavant

Department: PAS-Medical ICU

Location: 9100 Babcock Blvd, Pittsburgh, PA

Union Position: No

Salary Range: $ 18.99-28.11 USD

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.

Position: Part-Time Patient Care Technician

Department: Medical ICU

Location: UPMC Passavant

Shifts: 20 hours per week; rotating shifts

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.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• One of the following:
• One year of patient care experience
• Enrollment in a PT, OT, PA, or related healthcare program with at least one completed clinical rotation
• Bachelor’s degree in a health sciences field
• Successful completion of UPMC Patient Care Technician training
• Completion of basic information systems training
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Medication access limited to distribution to licensed nursing staff

Licensure/Certification/Clearances

• Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification (AHA-compliant with skills demonstration) required within 30 days of hire
• Act 34 Criminal Clearance

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.