Part -Time Patient Care Technician - Resource Pool (...

Are you looking for a Flexible Schedule? Look no further than the Resource Pool where you will find Less Weekends, Less Holidays, Less Off Shift Requirements ANCC Magnet designated UPMC Passavant is currently hiring a Part - Time Patient Care Technician to support the Resource Pool. Full Time and Part Time Resource Pool opportunities include an additional 10% differential Why Join Us? + Supportive Environment: Work in a collaborative and supportive team atmosphere. + Professional Growth: Opportunities for continuous learning and professional development. + Diverse Experience: Gain experience across various medicine units, enhancing your clinical skills. If you are seasoned in patient care with a passion for excellence, we would love to hear from you. Apply today to join our dedicated team The Patient Care Technician is a valued step in the UPMC Inpatient Patient Care Support Career Ladder, with opportunities for continued growth and advancement. Title and salary will be determined based on education and experience. Candidates with a minimum of 1 year of experience are highly preferred and encouraged to apply. Responsibilities: u00b7 Suggests and supports changes within the department. u00b7 Assumes responsibility for assignment and views problems as challenges. u00b7 Demonstrates awareness of behavior on the efficient functioning of the department. u00b7 Supports department-based projects and quality initiatives. u00b7 Must routinely perform the UPMC nursing core nursing assistant responsibilities (all competencies must be achieved): o ADLs (bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning and repositioning patients o Point of care testing (inc. blood glucose), weights, & vital signs o I&O o Telemetry monitor application/reapplication o HAC & PSI prevention (TEDs/SCDs) o Clean catch/mini catheter urine collection o Simple dressings o 12 lead EKG o Bladder scan o All specimen collections u00b7 Assures equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department. u00b7 Establishes appropriate and effective communication with other departments. u00b7 Establishes professional and respectful interpersonal relationships. u00b7 Contributes to the universal unit activities including, but not limited to, responding to call lights and telephones, passing meal trays, and transporting patients. u00b7 Constructively receives feedback and direction. u00b7 Identifies and communicates learning needs to the unit director. u00b7 Takes action to improve knowledge, skills, and performance. u00b7 Requestu2019s assistance in planning and prioritizing activities as needed. u00b7 Participates in self-review as requested by the unit director. u00b7 Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the health care team. u00b7 Demonstrate understanding of cultural diversity, horizontal violence, and impairment in the health professions. u00b7 Cares for patients and self by supporting safety in the workplace. u00b7 Develops and maintains productive working relationships internally and externally by demonstrating accountability for actions, enthusiasm, motivation and commitment to patients and colleagues. u00b7 Provides patient care including assisting with patient procedures and activities of daily living. u00b7 Assists with physical, respiratory, and cardiopulmonary therapies. u00b7 Provides feedback to the RN regarding patient care and reports changes inpatient status. u00b7 Provides instruction to patients and their families under the direction of the RN. u00b7 May apply, monitor, and remove patient restraints as per physician or hospital protocol. u00b7 Strictly adheres to all policies and procedures relative to patient care and hospital related information. u00b7 Complies with safety policies and procedures including standard precautions. u00b7 Documents in the medical record according to established procedures. u00b7 Performs assigned work in a timely and productive manner. u00b7 Completes department clerical functions as needed. Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors. Performs other duties as assigned. Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned this job. They are not exhaustive lists of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities and working conditions associated with the job. u00b7 High school diploma or equivalent. u00b7 Must also have o 1 Year of Experience OR o enrollment in PT/OT/PA program or related healthcare training program with completion of at least one clinical rotation OR o completion of a bacheloru2019s degree in a health sciences field u00b7 Successful completion of UPMC patient care technician class u00b7 Successful completion of basic information system training. u00b7 Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. u00b7 Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse. Licensure/Certification/Clearances: u00b7 CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire u00b7 Act 34 Criminal Clearance u00b7 Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal u00b7 Act 33 with renewal u00b7 Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal UPMC is an equal opportunity employer: Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities.

Created: 2025-11-01