Senior Patient Care Tech — Emergency Department

UPMC; Criders Corners (PA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UPMC Passavant - Cranberry Township is seeking a Full Time Patient Care Technician to support RN-directed care and enhance the patient experience. This role emphasizes safety, compassionate patient interaction, and collaboration with the healthcare team to deliver Life Changing Medicine.

Rotating shifts in Cranberry ED offer growth opportunities in a dynamic environment where infection control, accurate documentation, and teamwork are essential to quality patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced patient care under RN direction, including ADLs, procedures, therapies, and patient monitoring
• Perform core PCT competencies: vital signs, point-of-care testing, telemetry, specimen collection, EKGs, bladder scans, dressings, catheter removal, and restraint application per protocol
• Assist with unit and patient needs (e.g., responding to call lights, meal delivery, patient transport, monitoring), including transport of cardiac monitored patients
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized environment while following infection control and safety protocols
• Monitor patients and report changes in condition or equipment issues promptly
• Document care accurately and complete clerical functions as needed
• Support unit operations and quality initiatives, including participation in projects and department activities
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team to support coordinated care
• Demonstrate professionalism by building positive relationships, taking ownership of assignments, and supporting team performance and improvement efforts
• Provide patient and family education under RN direction and respond to emergent situations as appropriate

Job description

UPMC Passavant - Cranberry Township is seeking a Full Time Patient Care Technician to support RN-directed care and enhance the patient experience. This role emphasizes safety, compassionate patient interaction, and collaboration with the healthcare team to deliver Life Changing Medicine.

Rotating shifts in Cranberry ED offer growth opportunities in a dynamic environment where infection control, accurate documentation, and teamwork are essential to quality patient care.