UPMC·Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Provide direct patient care, including assisting with activities of daily living and performing clinical tasks like EKGs and phlebotomy. Report changes in patient status to RNs and float across various hospital units to provide ad hoc staffing solutions.
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The Resource Pool provides ad hoc staffing solutions for special needs or disruptions in the hospital’s workforce, such as in the case of vacancies, call-offs, and surges in patient census.
Resource staff float to all areas of the hospital (including Med-Surg, ICU, PACU, and Emergency Department); Resource staff also opens and staffs overflow units during high census, so a high level of autonomy and self-direction is required.
To work in the Resource Pool, you must be especially flexible, knowledgeable, and responsive!
What can you Expect as a Patient Care Technician?
The Patient Care Technician provides patient care including assisting with patient procedures and activities of daily living and assists with physical, respiratory, and cardiopulmonary therapies.
They provide feedback to the RN regarding patient care and reports changes in patient status.
The Patient Care Technician 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.
They also must routinely perform the UPMC nursing core nursing assistant responsibilities including ADLs (bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, ambulating, turning and repositioning patients as well as point of care testing (inc. blood glucose), weights, vital signs, I&O, telemetry monitor application/reapplication, HAC & PSI prevention (TEDs/SCDs).
In addition, they may also apply simple dressings, placement, and removal of restraints, 12 lead EKG, bladder scan, all specimen collections.
All competencies must be achieved.
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. The Patient Care Technician is a valued step in the UPMC nursing support career ladder, with opportunities for continued growth and advancement. Title and salary will be determined based upon education and experience. How does UPMC Support our Employees? UPMC is committed to investing in our employees – financially, personally, and professionally –starting on day one of your career. From tackling student loans to advancing your career later in life, UPMC is the partner you need to succeed and thrive in your career.
Here are a few examples of how we support our employees: Tuition reimbursement of up to $6,000
per academic year at any accredited institution, available to employees and their dependents (*amount varies based on job title and status) An incomparable Total Rewards package Top clinicians, leading researchers, and the most modern equipment and technology in health care today
Shifts/Hours: This role will work rotating 7am to 7pm and 7pm to 7am shifts. *Hours are subject to change based on business needs.
2 years of healthcare experience and meet clinical requirements of PCT-Senior and PCT Specialist Roles (Peripheral IV cath insertion, indwelling cath insertion, and straight cath insertion) Advanced
Skills (required as needed based on unit need & patient population): Phlebotomy, peripheral IV removal, indwelling Foley catheter removal, Basic Arrythmia Course Completion (for telemetry and ED units) 1 year of experience and enrollment in PT/OT/PA program with completion of at least one clinical rotation 1 year of experience and completion of a bachelor’s degree in a health sciences field
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 33 with renewal Act 34 with renewal Act 73 FBI Clearance *Other clearances may be required based on department of hire UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Requires a High School Diploma or GED and either 2 years of healthcare experience with specific clinical skills or a health sciences degree/program enrollment. Must possess BLS/CPR certification and required FBI and state clearances.
Market context
Support-services roles in Pennsylvania are often tied to steady staffing needs in hospitals and care facilities, especially when teams need reliable coverage for patient support and daily operations. These positions can be competitive because employers may prefer candidates with CNA and current BLS credentials, plus prior acute or rehabilitation hospital experience, even when experience is not required. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, and confirm your certification dates and hospital experience before applying.