Join our dedicated team at UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh as a Full-Time Patient Care Technician (PCT) in our Same Day Surgery department!
This role offers a career ladder for professional growth and development, along with a supportive team atmosphere. Enjoy a Monday-Friday schedule with no weekends or UPMC recognized holidays, making it an excellent opportunity for work-life balance.
This role follows rotating shifts, including Monday-Friday schedules of 5:30 AM-4:00 PM, 7:00 AM-5:30 PM, and 8:00 AM-6:30 PM.
If you're passionate about providing exceptional care and want to be part of a leading pediatric hospital, we encourage you to apply!
Ready to take the next step? Learn more about UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh here (https://www.chp.edu/) .
Patient Care Technician - Specialist Responsibilities
Patient Care & Safety
Assist with ADLs: bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting, repositioning
Perform point-of-care testing (e.g., blood glucose), vital signs monitoring, telemetry application
Support HAC & PSI prevention (TEDs/SCDs)
Advanced Clinical Duties
Conduct IV and Foley catheter insertion/removal
Perform phlebotomy, wound care, bladder scans, specimen collection
Execute 12-lead EKGs, arrhythmia recognition, NG tube clamping/removal
Unit Operations & Support
Respond to call lights, pass meal trays, transport patients
Report equipment malfunctions to the appropriate department
Complete department clerical functions as needed
Patient Education & Documentation
Provide instruction to patients and families under RN supervision
Apply, monitor, and remove restraints per hospital protocols
Maintain medical record documentation according to procedures
Specialized Transport & Medication Handling
Transport cardiac-monitored patients within the hospital setting
Safely transport medications between departments when required
Professional Development & Quality Initiatives
Identify learning needs and communicate with unit leadership
Support department projects and ensure efficient workflow
Maintain competency in specialized skills based on operational needs
Candidates must have at least one year of PCT/NA experience, with pediatric experience preferred but not required.
High school diploma or GED.
Must also have either
a) 2 years of general healthcare experience and meet requirements of Patient Care Technician - Senior title, OR
b) 1 year of experience (defined above) and enrollment in PT/OT/PA program with completion of at least one clinical rotation, or
c) 1 year of experience (defined above) and completion of a bachelors degree in a health sciences field.
Annual completion of a professional contribution to be determined after hire
Successful completion of patient care technician specialist class
Successful completion of eRecord training.
Nursing Student that has completed one clinical rotation preferred
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic or currently enrolled in an EMT or Paramedic program preferred.
Successful completion of a basic arrhythmia course and annual competency required.
Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
ACLS preferred
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
Act 31, 33, 34, & 73
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran