Patient Care Technician

at  UPMC

UPMC MAGEE PRE-POST OP IS HIRING A FULL-TIME PATIENT CARE TECHNICIAN TO JOIN OUR TEAM!

Schedule: 4:30 AM - 2:00 PM
About the Role: We are seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join our team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in preparing patients for surgery, including administering IVs and performing blood draws.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare patients for surgical procedures
• Administer IVs and perform blood draws
• Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure patient readiness

Perks:

• No nights, weekends, or holidays
• Supportive and collaborative team environment

Why Join Us? Join our team and contribute to a unit that values patient care and teamwork. This is an excellent opportunity for a PCT looking to work a stable schedule with no night, weekend, or holiday shifts.
If you are passionate about patient care and meet the qualifications, we encourage you to apply.
Your individual expertise and qualifications will guide us in placing you in the perfect job title and salary range.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• 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.
• 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.
• Must routinely perform the UPMC nursing core nursing 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, HAC & PSI prevention (TEDs/SCDs). In addition, simple dressings, placement and removal of restraints, bladder scan, all specimen collections and ticket to ride. All competencies must be achieved.
• 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. Request’s assistance in planning and prioritizing activities as needed. Participates in self-review as requested by the unit director.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with all members of the health care team. Demonstrate 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.
• 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 inpatient status.
• 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.
• Strictly adheres to all policies and procedures relative to patient care and hospital related information. Complies with safety policies and procedures including standard precautions.
• Documents in the medical record according to established procedures. Performs assigned work in a timely and productive manner. Completes department clerical functions as needed.
• Performs in accordance with system-wide competencies/behaviors.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• In addition to the required standard competencies, the Patient Care Technician will achieve and maintain competency and/or perform at least 1 or more of the following advanced skills based on department operational need: phlebotomy/venipuncture, peripheral IV removal, indwelling Foley catheter removal, basic arrythmia, 12-lead EKG, and NG tubes clamping and removal.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 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, 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 basic information system training.
• Microcomputer experience preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic or currently enrolled in an EMT or Paramedic program preferred.
• Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare patients for surgical procedures
• Administer IVs and perform blood draws
• Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure patient readines