Patient Care Technician

7 days ago

Somerset, PA, United States UPMC Full time

UPMC Somerset is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Patient Care Technician to support our Behavioral Health Unit. This casual position plays a vital role in delivering high-quality patient care and supporting departmental operations. The ideal candidate will be flexible with scheduling and committed to maintaining the highest standards of care.

Responsibilities:

  • Provide routine patient care and assist with activities of daily living.

  • Support physical, respiratory, and cardiopulmonary therapies.

  • Perform core nursing assistant duties including:

  • Blood glucose monitoring

  • Weights

  • Vital signs

  • Intake & Output (I&O)

  • Specimen collection

  • Foley catheter care

  • Perform at least four of the following advanced tasks:

  • Phlebotomy

  • 12-lead EKG

  • Simple dressing changes

  • Foley catheter removal

  • Point-of-care testing

  • Bladder scanning

  • Straight catheterization

  • IV catheter removal

  • Assist with patient transport, meal tray distribution, and response to call lights.

  • Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team.

  • Document patient care activities in the medical record accurately and timely.

  • Support departmental initiatives and quality improvement projects.

  • Maintain a safe and respectful environment, adhering to hospital policies and procedures.

  • High school diploma or equivalent.

  • If no previous hospital or pre-hospital training, must have one of the following:

  • successful completion of UPMC patient care technician class

  • successful completion of EIC training program

  • successful completion of first year of clinical work in a nursing program.

  • Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic or currently enrolled in an EMT or Paramedic 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 34

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran

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