Patient Care Technician I - 6E Trauma

UPMC; Altoona (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Altoona is seeking a full-time Patient Care Technician I for the 6E Trauma unit. This role involves providing essential patient care and support, with training provided for entry-level candidates. Join a team dedicated to patient safety and recovery, with opportunities for growth in a rewarding healthcare career.

Qualifications

• Completion of UPMC patient care technician class or first year of a nursing program.
• Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care, including activities of daily living.
• Report patient care updates and changes in patient status to the RN.
• Maintain professional relationships and a safe environment.

Skills

Communication

Patient Care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microcomputer

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Patient Care Technician I

6E Trauma (SPCU)

1.0 full-time, day/evening shifts with rotation + every other weekend/holiday rotation (40 hours/week)

Shifts: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. and 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Union position: AFSCME

Posted: 2/6/2025

Are you looking for a patient care support opportunity to start and grow a rewarding healthcare career? UPMC Altoona is seeking a Patient Care Technician I to support 6E Trauma!

As a Patient Care Technician with UPMC, you'll have a meaningful impact in patient care. We offer a training course for qualified entry-level candidates to learn and demonstrate the necessary skills.

Responsibilities:

• Demonstrate awareness of behavior's impact on department functioning.
• Comply with safety policies, procedures, and blood borne pathogen protocols.
• Report equipment malfunctions.
• Establish effective communication strategies.
• Respond appropriately to emergent situations within the nursing assistant scope.
• Seek opportunities to improve knowledge, skills, and performance.
• Report patient care updates and changes in patient status to the RN.
• Adhere to policies regarding patient care and hospital information.
• Take responsibility for assignments and view problems as challenges.
• Communicate learning needs to the unit director.
• Maintain professional relationships and a safe environment.
• Support patient safety and recovery through safety checks, cleanliness, and equipment management.
• Assist in planning and prioritizing activities, participate in self-review.
• Contribute to unit activities such as responding to call lights, passing trays, and transporting patients.
• Provide direct patient care, including activities of daily living.
• Manage supplies and equipment to facilitate care.
• Perform routine tests like blood glucose, vital signs, and I&Os.
• Accept feedback and provide companionship/supervision as needed.
• Deliver nourishments, fill water pitchers, and distribute mail.
• Apply, monitor, and remove restraints as per protocols, and provide diversion activities.
• Document in medical records following procedures.

Experience Required:

• None; training provided.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of UPMC patient care technician class or first year of a nursing program if no prior hospital or pre-hospital training.
• Basic information system training.
• Microcomputer experience preferred.
• Effective communication skills.
• EMT or Paramedic certification or enrollment preferred.
• Limited medication access, only for distribution to nurses.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• CPR (AHA standards) within 30 days of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR.
• Act 34 clearance.

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran