Patient Care Technician- Float Pool

UPMC; Erie (Erie County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

UPMC Hamot Float Pool seeks a part-time Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support patients across units and assist clinical teams. A 10% base-rate differential applies for PCTs.

Position involves rotating day and night shifts, weekends, and holidays. Prior PCT/CNA experience is highly preferred. Title and salary depend on experience and education.

Qualifications

• Previous PCT or CNA experience preferred.
• Part-time schedule with rotating day/night shifts.
• Ability to assist with activities of daily living and patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and assist with activities of daily living.
• Perform core nursing assistant tasks: glucose, vitals, I&O, specimens.
• Assist with therapies and observe changes in patient condition.
• Document care and maintain safety and infection prevention.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

ADL support

Teamwork

Education

CNA certification (preferred)

Job description

The Hamot Float Pool is looking for a part-time Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join our team! This is a great opportunity to support patients and clinical teams across a variety of areas while building your skills and experience. PCTs in the Float Pool earn a 10% differential on their base rate!

Schedule: This position works rotating day and night shifts, with weekends (24 hours per 6 week schedule) and holidays (1 summer, 1 winter, and 3 hard to fill days) required. Previous PCT or CNA experience is highly preferred.

Title and salary will be determined based on experience and education.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care and assists with procedures and activities of daily living, including bathing, feeding, toileting, ambulating, transporting, turning, and repositioning patients.
• Performs core nursing assistant responsibilities, including blood glucose testing, weights, vital signs, intake and output, specimen collection, Foley care, telemetry monitor application/reapplication, and other patient safety activities.
• Assists with physical, respiratory, and cardiopulmonary therapies as directed.
• Observes patients, communicates changes in condition, and provides feedback to the RN regarding patient care.
• Performs additional clinical skills based on department needs and demonstrated competency, which may include:
  • Phlebotomy/venipuncture
  • 12-lead EKG
  • Point-of-care testing
  • Simple dressing changes
  • Bladder scanning
  • Straight catheterization
  • Foley catheter removal
  • Peripheral IV removal
  • Basic arrhythmia monitoring
  • NG tube clamping and removal
• Provides patient and family instruction under the direction of the RN.
• Applies, monitors, and removes patient restraints according to established protocols.
• Documents patient care accurately and according to established procedures.
• Supports unit operations by answering call lights and telephones, passing meal trays, transporting patients, and assisting with other unit activities.
• Maintains clear, professional, and respectful communication with patients, families, colleagues, and members of the healthcare team.
• Follows established safety, infection prevention, confidentiality, and patient care policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates accountability, teamwork, cultural awareness, and a commitment to a safe and supportive environment.
• Participates in department initiatives, quality improvement efforts, ongoing learning, and professional development.
• Completes assigned work efficiently and assists with clerical functions as needed.
• Access to medications is limited to distribution of the medication to the nurse.