Senior Patient Care Tech – CDU Specialist (Part-Time)

UPMC; Monroeville (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

UPMC East is seeking a Part-time Patient Care Technician Senior to support the Clinical Decision Unit (CDU) with a mix of adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. The role requires two 12-hour rotating shifts weekly, starting 6am-6pm or 6pm-6am, and will be titled based on the candidate's experience.

The CDU blends Med Surg aspects with varied patient populations, creating a dynamic inpatient-style environment while remaining within CDU boundaries.

Qualifications

• Core nursing assistant duties including ADLs, vital signs, I&O.
• Advanced clinical tasks depend on department needs (phlebotomy, EKG, Foley care, IV).
• Performs patient transport and supports RN in care delivery.

Responsibilities

• Strictly adheres to patient care policies and safety protocols.
• Documents in the medical record per established procedures.
• Communicates changes in patient status to the RN.
• Supports department projects and teamwork.

Skills

Phlebotomy

12-lead EKG

IV insertion

Foley care

Vital signs

Telemetry monitoring

Patient transport

Education

CNA certification

Job description

UPMC East is seeking a Part-time Patient Care Technician Senior to support the Clinical Decision Unit (CDU) with a mix of adolescent, adult and geriatric patients. The role requires two 12-hour rotating shifts weekly, starting 6am-6pm or 6pm-6am, and will be titled based on the candidate's experience.

The CDU blends Med Surg aspects with varied patient populations, creating a dynamic inpatient-style environment while remaining within CDU boundaries.