UPMC
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
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