Patient Care Technician - Specialist

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC in Pittsburgh is seeking a Full-Time Patient Care Technician - Specialist to support our Emergency Department. You will perform ADLs, assist with therapies, and help monitor patient status under RN supervision.

There is a clear career ladder from Nursing Assistant to Patient Care Technician - Lead, with growth opportunities tied to experience and additional training. The starting pay rate for Nursing Assistants is $19.40/hour, with compensation reflecting qualifications and shift needs.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care tasks, including ADLs, point-of-care testing, and basic medical procedures (e.g., IV/foley insertion/removal, specimen collection, wound care, etc.).
• Assist with physical, respiratory, and cardiopulmonary therapies; report patient status changes to RNs.
• Participate in patient/family education, quality initiatives, and department projects.
• Adhere to safety policies, document accurately, and complete work efficiently
• Transport cardiac-monitored patients and perform advanced tasks based on departmental needs (e.g., EKGs, NG tube removal).
• Engage in continuous learning, feedback, and self-review.

Job description

Join Our Team as a Full-Time Patient Care Technician - Specialist!

Are you passionate about making a difference in patients' lives? We are looking for a dedicated Patient Care Technician - Specialist to join our dynamic Emergency Department.

The position offers opportunities for growth, with a clear career ladder from Nursing Assistant to Patient Care Technician - Lead. A starting pay rate of $19.40/hour for Nursing Assistants is offered, based on experience and qualifications.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Perform patient care tasks, including ADLs, point-of-care testing, and basic medical procedures (e.g., IV/foley insertion/removal, specimen collection, wound care, etc.).
• Assist with physical, respiratory, and cardiopulmonary therapies; report patient status changes to RNs.
• Participate in patient/family education, quality initiatives, and department projects.
• Adhere to safety policies, document accurately, and complete work efficiently
• Transport cardiac-monitored patients and perform advanced tasks based on departmental needs (e.g., EKGs, NG tube removal).
• Engage in continuous learning, feedback, and self-review.