Patient Care Technician - Specialist

UPMC; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh seeks a dedicated Patient Care Technician - Specialist for a full-time role in the Same Day Surgery department. This position provides an opportunity for professional growth in a supportive team atmosphere with a focus on patient care. The ideal candidate will assist with essential medical tasks, ensuring high-quality care for patients. A Monday-Friday schedule with no weekends offers excellent work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year of experience as a Patient Care Technician or Nursing Assistant.
• Completion of CPR and ACLS certifications.
• Nursing student with at least one clinical rotation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily activities like bathing and feeding.
• Conduct vital signs monitoring and point-of-care testing.
• Transport patients and provide instruction to families under RN supervision.

Skills

Patient Care

Safety Procedures

Communication

Monitoring Vital Signs

Basic Life Support (BLS)

IV Insertion

Phlebotomy

Education

High school diploma or GED

Completion of a basic arrhythmia course

Job description

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Join our dedicated team at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh as a Full-Time Patient Care Technician (PCT) in our Same Day Surgery department!

This role offers a career ladder for professional growth and development, along with a supportive team atmosphere. Enjoy a Monday-Friday schedule with no weekends or UPMC recognized holidays, making it an excellent opportunity for work-life balance.

This role follows rotating shifts, including Monday-Friday schedules of 5:30 AM-4:00 PM, 7:00 AM-5:30 PM, and 8:00 AM-6:30 PM.

If you're passionate about providing exceptional care and want to be part of a leading pediatric hospital, we encourage you to apply!

Ready to take the next step? Learn more about UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh here.

Patient Care Technician - Specialist Responsibilities

• Patient Care & Safety
• Assist with ADLs: bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, repositioning
• Perform point-of-care testing (e.g., blood glucose), vital signs monitoring, telemetry application
• Support HAC & PSI prevention (TEDs/SCDs)
• Advanced Clinical Duties
• Conduct IV and Foley catheter insertion/removal
• Perform phlebotomy, wound care, bladder scans, specimen collection
• Execute 12-lead EKGs, arrhythmia recognition, NG tube clamping/removal
• Unit Operations & Support
• Respond to call lights, pass meal trays, transport patients
• Report equipment malfunctions to the appropriate department
• Complete department clerical functions as needed
• Patient Education & Documentation
• Provide instruction to patients and families under RN supervision
• Apply, monitor, and remove restraints per hospital protocols
• Maintain medical record documentation according to procedures
• Specialized Transport & Medication Handling
• Transport cardiac-monitored patients within the hospital setting
• Safely transport medications between departments when required
• Professional Development & Quality Initiatives
• Identify learning needs and communicate with unit leadership
• Support department projects and ensure efficient workflow
• Maintain competency in specialized skills based on operational needs

• Candidates must have at least one year of PCT/NA experience, with pediatric experience preferred but not required.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Must also have either
• a) 2 years of general healthcare experience and meet requirements of Patient Care Technician - Senior title, OR
• b) 1 year of experience (defined above) and enrollment in PT/OT/PA program with completion of at least one clinical rotation, or
• c) 1 year of experience (defined above) and completion of a bachelors degree in a health sciences field.
• Annual completion of a professional contribution to be determined after hire
• Successful completion of patient care technician specialist class
• Successful completion of eRecord training.
• Nursing Student that has completed one clinical rotation preferred
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic or currently enrolled in an EMT or Paramedic program preferred.
• Successful completion of a basic arrhythmia course and annual competency required.
  
  

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
• ACLS preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Act 31, 33, 34, & 73
  
  

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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