Patient Care Technician

Life in Pittsburgh; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 31,000; Part time

Job summary

Pittsburgh Tomorrow is seeking a Part-Time Patient Care Technician to support the 6B General Surgery Unit. You’ll assist with daily living activities, basic patient care, vital signs, telemetry monitoring, and specimen collection, with opportunities to grow through a clear career ladder from Nursing Assistant to PCT Lead.

We offer rotating shifts including weekends and holidays, with starting pay at 19.40 per hour and compensation based on experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least one of: 1 year healthcare exp; or 6 months as CNA with PCT within 120 days; or nursing program with 1 clinical rotation; or health sciences bachelor.
• Nursing students or EMT experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living and basic patient care.
• Perform point-of-care testing, monitor vital signs.
• Track telemetry and collect specimens.
• May perform phlebotomy, IV removal, and EKGs as needed.

Skills

Vital signs

Telemetry monitoring

Point-of-care testing

Phlebotomy

EKG

CPR

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Enrollment in nursing program with 1 clinical rotation

Health sciences bachelor’s degree

Job description

Join Our Team as a Part-Time Patient Care Technician!

Are you passionate about making a difference in patients' lives? We are looking for a dedicated Part-Time Patient Care Technician to join our dynamic 6B General Surgery Unit.

Scheduling requirements include availability for rotating shifts, weekends and holidays.

The position offers opportunities for growth, with a clear career ladder from Nursing Assistant to Patient Care Technician - Lead. A starting pay rate of $19.40/hour for Nursing Assistants is offered, based on experience and qualifications.

Primary Responsibilities:

Assist with activities of daily living, basic patient care, point-of-care testing, vital signs, telemetry monitoring, specimen collection. The role may also involve advanced skills like phlebotomy, IV removal, and EKGs, depending on department needs.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must also have at least one of the below:
  • One year of general healthcare experience
  • 6 months of experience as UPMC Nursing Assistant/CNA with PCT competency achieved within 120 days of hire/transfer/promotion
  • Enrollment in a nursing program with completion of at least 1 clinical rotation required
  • Completion of a bachelor's degree in a health sciences field
• Nursing Students or those with EMT experience preferred

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Clearances with renewal:
  • Act 31, 33, 34, 73

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran