Patient Care Technician

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC seeks a dedicated Full-Time Patient Care Technician for the 9B Hematology/Oncology Unit. This role involves assisting with patient care, vital monitoring, and the potential for advanced technical skills, making a significant difference in patients' lives while offering a clear career advancement path.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Must have at least one year of general healthcare experience or equivalent.
• Nursing students preferred with at least one clinical rotation completed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living and basic patient care.
• Perform point-of-care testing and monitor vital signs.
• May involve advanced skills like IV removal and EKGs.

Skills

Patient Care

Phlebotomy

Telemetry Monitoring

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree in health sciences

Job description

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

Are you passionate about making a difference in patients' lives? We are looking for a dedicated Full-Time Patient Care Technician to join our dynamic 9B Hematology/Oncology 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 $18.40/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.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Must have at least one of the following:
  • 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 at least 1 clinical rotation completed
  • Completion of a bachelor's degree in a health sciences field
• Nursing students or those with EMT experience are preferred.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• CPR required based on AHA standards, including both didactic and skills demonstration within 30 days of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification.
• Clearances with renewal:
• Act 31, 33, 34, 73.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Additional Information:

• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Other
• Industry: Hospitals and Health Care