Patient Care Technician - Growth & Flexible Shifts

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

UPMC is seeking a Casual Patient Care Technician to support a Med/Surg Oncology unit. The role involves direct patient care, assisting with daily living activities, and collaborating with RNs and the health care team.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and CPR; prior patient care experience is preferred, with possibilities for growth and advancement. Typical duties include performing Point of care testing, vital signs, I&O, and assisting with various patient procedures while

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 Year of Experience OR enrollment in PT/OT/PA program or related healthcare training program with completion of at least one clinical rotation OR completion of a bachelor’s degree in a health sciences field.
• Successful completion of UPMC patient care technician class.
• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Suggests and supports changes within the department.
• Assumes responsibility for assignment and views problems as challenges.
• Demonstrates awareness of behavior on the efficient functioning of the department.
• Supports department-based projects and quality initiatives.
• Provides patient care including assisting with patient procedures and activities of daily living.
• Assists with physical, respiratory, and cardiopulmonary therapies.

Skills

Healthcare experience

Strong communication

Patient care

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Enrollment in PT/OT/PA program or related healthcare training with clinical rotation

Bachelor’s degree in health sciences field

Job description

UPMC is seeking a Casual Patient Care Technician to support a Med/Surg Oncology unit. The role involves direct patient care, assisting with daily living activities, and collaborating with RNs and the health care team.

Candidates should have a high school diploma and CPR; prior patient care experience is preferred, with possibilities for growth and advancement. Typical duties include performing Point of care testing, vital signs, I&O, and assisting with various patient procedures while