Are you a compassionate healthcare professional seeking a fulfilling part-time role with significant growth potential? UPMC Children’s Hospital is excited to announce an opening for a Part-Time Patient Care Technician in our dedicated 8B Medical / GI Unit. This is an exceptional opportunity to advance your career in patient care while enjoying excellent benefits and career advancement prospects. We are looking for enthusiastic individuals with a passion for patient well-being and a commitment to making a difference. Rotating shift availability is a must for this position, offering flexibility and varied experience.
Your Role as a Patient Care Technician
As a Part-Time Patient Care Technician at UPMC Children’s Hospital, you will be an integral part of our healthcare team, directly impacting patient comfort and recovery. Your responsibilities will be diverse and rewarding, contributing to the smooth operation of our department and the high quality of care we provide. You will be expected to proactively identify areas for improvement and support positive changes within the unit, demonstrating your commitment to our patients and the team. Embracing challenges and maintaining a positive attitude are key to success in this role.
Your core duties will encompass essential patient care tasks, including:
- Assisting patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as bathing, feeding, mobility, and personal hygiene.
- Performing point-of-care testing, including blood glucose monitoring.
- Monitoring and recording vital signs, weights, and fluid intake/output (I&O).
- Applying and reapplying telemetry monitors.
- Implementing Hospital-Acquired Condition (HAC) and Pressure Injury (PSI) prevention strategies, such as using TED hose and SCDs.
- Performing simple dressing changes and assisting with restraint application and removal.
- Conducting bladder scans and collecting various patient specimens.
- Facilitating safe patient transport within the hospital.
Beyond these fundamental responsibilities, Patient Care Technicians at UPMC Children’s Hospital are encouraged to develop advanced skills, enhancing their expertise and career progression. Depending on departmental needs and your skill set, you may also be trained in:
- Phlebotomy and venipuncture.
- Peripheral IV removal.
- Indwelling Foley catheter removal.
- Basic arrhythmia recognition.
- 12-lead EKG performance.
- Nasogastric (NG) tube clamping and removal.
Maintaining a safe and efficient environment is crucial. You will play a vital role in ensuring equipment functionality by reporting any malfunctions promptly. Effective communication is paramount; you will be expected to build strong relationships with colleagues across different departments, fostering a collaborative and respectful work environment. Responding to patient calls, assisting with meal service, and transporting patients are all part of contributing to the smooth functioning of our unit.
We value continuous learning and professional growth. You will be encouraged to actively seek feedback, identify your learning needs, and participate in self-review to enhance your skills and knowledge. Clear and effective communication with all members of the healthcare team is essential, as is demonstrating cultural sensitivity and awareness of professional conduct. Your commitment to workplace safety, for both patients and yourself, is highly valued. Building productive relationships with colleagues and demonstrating enthusiasm and dedication are key to thriving in this role.
Under the guidance of Registered Nurses (RNs), you will provide direct patient care, assist with therapies, and report any changes in patient status. Providing patient and family education, within your scope of practice, is also an important aspect of this position. Strict adherence to hospital policies and procedures, including safety guidelines and patient confidentiality, is mandatory. Accurate and timely documentation in medical records is essential. We expect you to manage your workload effectively, complete assigned tasks efficiently, and contribute to departmental clerical duties as needed. Performing all duties in accordance with UPMC’s system-wide competencies and behaviors is expected, and you may be asked to undertake other duties as required.
Qualifications to Excel
To be considered for this Part-Time Patient Care Technician position, candidates must meet the following qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent GED.
- One of the following experience and/or education combinations:
- Two years of general healthcare experience and fulfillment of Patient Care Technician title requirements.
- One year of relevant healthcare experience and current enrollment in a Physical Therapy (PT), Occupational Therapy (OT), or Physician Assistant (PA) program with at least one completed clinical rotation.
- One year of relevant healthcare experience and completion of a bachelor’s degree in a health sciences field.
- For Nursing Students: Completion of at least one clinical rotation is preferred.
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic certification or current enrollment in an EMT or Paramedic program is preferred.
- Successful completion of a Patient Care Technician senior class.
- Successful completion of basic information system training.
- Basic computer skills are desirable.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.
- Successful completion of a basic arrhythmia course and annual competency validation are required.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
- CPR certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) that includes both didactic and skills demonstration components is required within 30 days of hire.
- ACLS certification is preferred.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification.
- Pennsylvania Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting Clearance with renewal.
- Pennsylvania Act 33 Criminal Record Clearance with renewal.
- Pennsylvania Act 34 Criminal Record Clearance with renewal.
- Pennsylvania Act 73 FBI Criminal Background Clearance with renewal.
Join UPMC: An Equal Opportunity Employer
UPMC is committed to being an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including individuals with disabilities and veterans.
This part time patient care tech job at UPMC Children’s Hospital offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your healthcare career in a supportive and dynamic environment. Apply today to join our team and make a difference in the lives of our young patients!
