UPMC
Patient Care Technician, Behavioral Health – UPMC
UPMC McKeesport Hospital is searching for a full‑time Patient Care Technician to help support our Behavioral Health Unit. Employees on this specialized unit will work 5, 8‑hour shifts each week, with typical start times ranging from 6:30 am to 10:30 pm. Evening and overnight shifts will earn an extra $1.60 per hour. If you have at least 1 year of direct patient care experience and are interested in behavioral health on the front lines of life‑changing medicine, we invite you to apply today to join this incredible team.
Benefits for UPMC Full‑time Employees
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
Generous Paid Time Off accrual
Retirement plan and employer contribution matching
Pet insurance discounts
Tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000 every academic year
Responsibilities
Provides patient care including assisting with patient procedures and activities of daily living. Assists with physical, respiratory and cardiopulmonary therapies. Provides feedback to the RN regarding patient care and reports changes in patient status.
Performs the UPMC nursing core nursing assistant responsibilities (blood glucose, weights, vital signs, I/O, specimen collections and Foley care) AND at least four of the following BU identified tasks: phlebotomy, 12‑lead EKG, simple dressing, Foley catheter removal, point‑of‑care testing, bladder scan, straight catheter, or IV catheter removal.
Assures equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department. Establishes appropriate and effective communication with other departments. Establishes professional and respectful interpersonal relationships. Contributes to the universal unit activities including, but not limited to, responding to call lights and telephones, passing meal trays and transporting patients.
Constructively receives feedback and direction. Identifies and communicates learning needs to the unit director. Takes action to improve knowledge, skills and performance. Requests assistance in planning and prioritizing activities as needed. Participates in self‑review as requested by the unit director.
Provides instruction to patients and their families under the direction of the RN. May apply, monitor and remove patient restraints as per physician or hospital protocol.
Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the health‑care team. Demonstrated understanding of cultural diversity, horizontal violence and impairment in the health professions. Cares for patients and self by supporting safety in the workplace. Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and externally by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to patients and colleagues.
Strictly adheres to all policies and procedures relative to patient care and hospital‑related information. Complies with safety policies and procedures including standard precautions.
Suggests and supports changes within the department. Assumes responsibility for assignment and views problems as challenges. Demonstrates awareness of behavior on the efficient functioning of the department. Supports department‑based projects and quality initiatives.
Documents in the medical record according to established procedures. Performs assigned work in a timely and productive manner. Completes department clerical functions as needed.
Must routinely perform and be fully competent with the UPMC nursing core assistant responsibilities including ADLs (bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning and repositioning patients.) PLUS point‑of‑care testing (inc. blood glucose), weights, vital signs, I/O, telemetry monitor application/reapplication, hospital‑acquired condition & patient safety indicator. In addition, simple dressings, placement and removal of restraints, bladder scan, all specimen collections and ticket‑to‑ride (intra‑hospital patient transportation).
Assures equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department. Contributes to the universal unit activities including, but not limited to, responding to call lights and telephones, passing meal trays, and transporting patients.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
Must also have either:
a) 1 year of general healthcare experience, or
b) 6 months of experience as UPMC Nursing Assistant/CNA with PCT competency achieved within 120 days of hire/transfer/promotion for those with less than 1 year of experience, or
c) enrollment in PT/OT/PA program or related healthcare training program with completion of at least one clinical rotation, or
d) completion of a bachelor's degree in a health sciences field.
Successful completion of UPMC patient care technician class.
Successful completion of eRecord training.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic or currently enrolled in an EMT or Paramedic program preferred.
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. CCMC required within 60 days.
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC)
Act 34
Equal Opportunity Statement UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.
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Benefits for UPMC Full‑time Employees
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family
Generous Paid Time Off accrual
Retirement plan and employer contribution matching
Pet insurance discounts
Tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000 every academic year
Responsibilities
Provides patient care including assisting with patient procedures and activities of daily living. Assists with physical, respiratory and cardiopulmonary therapies. Provides feedback to the RN regarding patient care and reports changes in patient status.
Performs the UPMC nursing core nursing assistant responsibilities (blood glucose, weights, vital signs, I/O, specimen collections and Foley care) AND at least four of the following BU identified tasks: phlebotomy, 12‑lead EKG, simple dressing, Foley catheter removal, point‑of‑care testing, bladder scan, straight catheter, or IV catheter removal.
Assures equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department. Establishes appropriate and effective communication with other departments. Establishes professional and respectful interpersonal relationships. Contributes to the universal unit activities including, but not limited to, responding to call lights and telephones, passing meal trays and transporting patients.
Constructively receives feedback and direction. Identifies and communicates learning needs to the unit director. Takes action to improve knowledge, skills and performance. Requests assistance in planning and prioritizing activities as needed. Participates in self‑review as requested by the unit director.
Provides instruction to patients and their families under the direction of the RN. May apply, monitor and remove patient restraints as per physician or hospital protocol.
Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the health‑care team. Demonstrated understanding of cultural diversity, horizontal violence and impairment in the health professions. Cares for patients and self by supporting safety in the workplace. Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and externally by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to patients and colleagues.
Strictly adheres to all policies and procedures relative to patient care and hospital‑related information. Complies with safety policies and procedures including standard precautions.
Suggests and supports changes within the department. Assumes responsibility for assignment and views problems as challenges. Demonstrates awareness of behavior on the efficient functioning of the department. Supports department‑based projects and quality initiatives.
Documents in the medical record according to established procedures. Performs assigned work in a timely and productive manner. Completes department clerical functions as needed.
Must routinely perform and be fully competent with the UPMC nursing core assistant responsibilities including ADLs (bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning and repositioning patients.) PLUS point‑of‑care testing (inc. blood glucose), weights, vital signs, I/O, telemetry monitor application/reapplication, hospital‑acquired condition & patient safety indicator. In addition, simple dressings, placement and removal of restraints, bladder scan, all specimen collections and ticket‑to‑ride (intra‑hospital patient transportation).
Assures equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department. Contributes to the universal unit activities including, but not limited to, responding to call lights and telephones, passing meal trays, and transporting patients.
Qualifications
High school diploma or GED.
Must also have either:
a) 1 year of general healthcare experience, or
b) 6 months of experience as UPMC Nursing Assistant/CNA with PCT competency achieved within 120 days of hire/transfer/promotion for those with less than 1 year of experience, or
c) enrollment in PT/OT/PA program or related healthcare training program with completion of at least one clinical rotation, or
d) completion of a bachelor's degree in a health sciences field.
Successful completion of UPMC patient care technician class.
Successful completion of eRecord training.
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic or currently enrolled in an EMT or Paramedic program preferred.
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. CCMC required within 60 days.
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Comprehensive Crisis Management (CCMC)
Act 34
Equal Opportunity Statement UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran.
Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at UPMC by 2x.
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