Patient Care Technician Antepartum

UPMC; Pittsburgh, Northern (Allegheny County, KY); Hybride; USD 25 000 - 33 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Tuition reimbursement

Total Rewards package

Growth opportunities

Résumé du poste

UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support nursing staff in delivering compassionate, high-quality care. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor vitals, perform specimen collection, and support with Foley care and basic procedures.

Shifts run 6:30am to 7:00pm and 6:30pm to 7:00am with rotating holidays and weekends. Training is provided for those new to hospital PCT roles, and the organization offers robust growth and rewards programs.

Qualifications

• Provides patient care including assistance with procedures and activities of daily living.
• Communicates patient status changes to RN and documents appropriately.
• Performs nursing assistant responsibilities (blood glucose, weights, vital signs, I&O, specimen collection, Foley care).

Responsabilités

• Assist with patient procedures and activities of daily living.
• Provide feedback to RN and report changes in patient status.
• Carry out core nursing assistant duties and select tasks as trained (phlebotomy, EKG, dressing, Foley care).

Connaissances

Patient care

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

EKG

Foley care

Outils

Telemetry monitor

Description du poste

At UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital, we are more than a hospital — we are a trusted partner in every stage of a woman’s life. From groundbreaking research and advanced treatments to compassionate, personalized care, Magee has been a leader in women’s health for generations. Whether welcoming new life, supporting complex health needs, or guiding patients through every milestone, our experts combine innovation with empathy to deliver care that inspires confidence and comfort. UPMC Magee is honored to have been designated as a Magnet-designated hospital – twice! At Magee, we don’t just treat patients — we care for people, families, and futures. Join us and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of women’s health.

Antepartum (2800) is a 28-bed high risk antepartum unit with a welcoming staff and a teamwork-focused environment. Our work includes non-stress tests, stent and cerclage placements, and wound debridement; we partner closely with the physician team to care for high risk pregnancies, preterm labor, C-sections, and methadone conversions, as well as delivered patients with infants admitted to the NICU and fetal demise mothers. Due to the nature of the unit, our patients can experience very high highs and very low lows, and are in need of uniquely compassionate attention and care; staff on 2800 must be empathic and stout of heart.

What can you Expect as a Patient Care Technician?

The Patient Care Technician provides patient care including assisting with patient procedures and activities of daily living and assists with physical, respiratory, and cardiopulmonary therapies. They provide feedback to the RN regarding patient care and reports changes in patient status.

The Patient Care Technician performs the UPMC nursing core nursing assistant responsibilities (blood glucose, weights, vital signs, I&O, specimen collections and Foley care) and at least four of the following BU identified tasks: phlebotomy, 12 lead EKG, simple dressing, Foley catheter removal, point of care testing, bladder scan, straight catheter, or IV catheter removal. They also must routinely perform the UPMC nursing core nursing assistant responsibilities including ADLs (bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning and repositioning patients as well as point of care testing (inc. blood glucose), weights, vital signs, I&O, telemetry monitor application/reapplication, HAC & PSI prevention (TEDs/SCDs). In addition, they may also apply simple dressings, placement, and removal of restraints, 12 lead EKG, bladder scan, all specimen collections. All competencies must be achieved.

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this job. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions associated with the job.

The Patient Care Technician is a valued step in the UPMC nursing support career ladder, with opportunities for continued growth and advancement. Title and salary will be determined based upon education and experience.

Candidates without previous PCT experience in a hospital-based setting will be required to attend a 7 day mandatory training course.This course is held during weekdays and daylight hours. All 7 days are mandatory and are scheduled in a structured classroom setting.

How does UPMC Support our Employees?

UPMC is committed to investing in our employees – financially, personally, and professionally –starting on day one of your career. From tackling student loans to advancing your career later in life, UPMC is the partner you need to succeed and thrive in your career.

Here are a few examples of how we support our employees:

• Tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000* per academic year at any accredited institution, available to employees and their dependents (*amount varies based on job title and status)
• An incomparable Total Rewards package
• Top clinicians, leading researchers, and the most modern equipment and technology in health care today

Shifts/Hours:

This is a casual role that works 6:30am to 7pm and 6:30pm to 7am. This role works rotating holidays and weekends. *Hours are subject to change based on business needs.