Patient Care Technician

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

Job summary

UPMC in Pittsburgh is seeking a Part-Time Patient Care Technician to join the 6B General Surgery Unit. This role supports daily living activities, basic patient care, and point-of-care testing, with flexibility to work rotating shifts, weekends, and holidays.

There is a clear career ladder from Nursing Assistant to Patient Care Technician - Lead, and the starting pay rate of $19.40/hour for Nursing Assistants is offered based on experience.

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.

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.