Job Summary
The Patient Care Technician plays a vital role in delivering immediate care to patients. This includes aiding with daily living activities and executing essential clinical procedures such as monitoring vital signs and collecting specimens. Additionally, the Technician works closely with the nursing staff to communicate any changes in patient conditions and to ensure that all medical equipment is operating properly.
Responsibilities
- Assist patients with activities of daily living.
- Perform clinical tasks, including taking vital signs and collecting specimens.
- Collaborate with nurses to report any changes in patient status.
- Ensure that medical equipment is functioning correctly.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED is required.
- A minimum of one year of healthcare experience or equivalent clinical training is needed.
- Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR is mandatory.
- Proficiency in fundamental nursing assistant duties is essential.
UPMC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
