UPMC·Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Provide essential patient care including activities of daily living and clinical tasks like vital signs and specimen collection. Assist with physical and respiratory therapies while reporting changes in patient status to the registered nurse.
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Antepartum (2800) is a 28-bed high risk antepartum unit with a welcoming staff and a teamwork-focused environment.
Our work includes non-stress tests, stent and cerclage placements, and wound debridement; we partner closely with the physician team to care for high risk pregnancies, preterm labor, C-sections, and methadone conversions, as well as delivered patients with infants admitted to the NICU and fetal demise mothers.
Due to the nature of the unit, our patients can experience very high highs and very low lows, and are in need of uniquely compassionate attention and care; staff on 2800 must be empathic and stout of heart.
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. Candidates without previous PCT experience in a hospital-based setting will be required to attend a 7 day mandatory training course. This course is held during weekdays and daylight hours. All 7 days are mandatory and are scheduled in a structured classroom setting. 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 is a full time role that works 6:30am to 7pm and 6:30pm to 7am shifts. This role works rotating holidays and weekends. *Hours are subject to change based on business needs.
Requires a high school diploma and either one year of healthcare experience, enrollment in a related healthcare program, or a bachelor's degree in health sciences. Candidates without hospital-based PCT experience must complete a mandatory 7-day training course.
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.
