Job Summary
The Patient Care Technician plays a vital role in delivering direct hands-on assistance to patients. This includes supporting daily living activities, monitoring vital signs, and aiding the nursing team in various tasks. In addition, the technician is responsible for ensuring a clean and secure environment, maintaining accurate patient documentation, and promptly addressing patient needs.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct assistance to patients with activities of daily living.
- Monitor and record vital signs regularly.
- Support nursing staff in their daily functions.
- Ensure a clean and safe environment for patients and staff.
- Document relevant patient information and updates accurately.
- Respond to various patient needs efficiently.
Qualifications
- A high school diploma or equivalent is mandatory.
- Completion of the UPMC patient care technician class or one year of clinical nursing coursework is required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification must be obtained within 30 days of employment.
