Patient Care Technician Mother Baby

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Mage-Womens Hospital in Pittsburgh seeks a Patient Care Technician for the 56-bed Mother Baby unit. The role provides patient care, supports daily living activities, and assists with procedures in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities include assisting with physical, respiratory, and cardiopulmonary therapies, reporting status changes to the RN, and performing core nursing assistant duties such as vital signs and specimen collections. Training is provided, with potential for growth.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Enrollment in a Nursing Program with 1 year of general healthcare experience.
• Completion of at least 1 nursing program clinical rotation.
• Successful completion of UPMC Patient Care Technician class upon hire.
• EMT or Paramedic preferred.
• Licensure/clearances: BLS/CPR and required state/federal clearances.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and assist with daily living activities and procedures.
• Support physical, respiratory, and cardiopulmonary therapies; notify RN of changes.
• Perform core nursing assistant duties: vital signs, I&O, blood glucose, weights, specimens.
• Carry out additional tasks: phlebotomy, EKG, bladder scans, catheter care as needed.
• Maintain safety and infection control; complete required competencies.

Skills

PCT competency

Healthcare experience

BLS CPR

Clearances

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Nursing Program Enrollment

Nursing Clinical Rotation

Job description

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.

3700/3800 is a 56-bed Mother Baby unit providing service and care to mother-baby couplets who are well, but additionally treating mothers with pre-eclampsia, newborns whose mothers are diagnosed with chorioamnionitis, high risk postpartum conditions such as Neonatal Abstinence Syndrome, and surgical patients who have undergone C-section, post-partum tubal ligation, and/or hysterectomy during childbirth. This is a fast-paced unit that provides staff with the extremely rewarding opportunity to impact and educate new families as well as work through adoption and surrogate scenarios.

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.

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:

Patient Care Technicians work 7am to 7pm and 7pm to 7am rotating shifts. This role works rotating holiday and weekend shifts. *

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Enrollment in a Nursing Program with:

• 1 year of general healthcare experience
• 6 months experience as a UPMC Nursing Assistant/CAN with PCT competency achieved within 120 days of hire/transfer/promotion
• Completion of at least 1 nursing program clinical rotation required

Successful completion of UPMC Patient Care Technician class upon hire

EMT or Paramedic (or in a program) preferred

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance
• Other clearances may be required based on department of hire

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran