What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Technician - Behavioral Health position at UPMC?
UPMC Somerset is seeking a Full-time, Patient Care Technician to join our Life-Changing Team!
The Patient Care Technician provides routine care and supports department services as directed by nurses or physicians, ensuring high-quality patient care. They perform core nursing assistant tasks (blood glucose, weights, vital signs, I&O, specimen collections, Foley care) and at least four additional tasks such as phlebotomy, EKG, simple dressing, catheter removal, point of care testing, bladder scan, or IV catheter removal.
This 36-hour/week role requires working rotating shifts, including weekends and holidays.
*Applicants will be placed in the appropriate job title and salary from the PCT Career Ladder, based on their individual experience and education. Patient Care Technician rates start at $18.04/hr.
Responsibilities:
- Assist with patient procedures and daily activities, including physical, respiratory, and cardiopulmonary therapies.
- Provide feedback to the RN and report changes in patient status.
- Perform core nursing assistant tasks (e.g., blood glucose, weights, vital signs) and at least four additional tasks like phlebotomy or EKG.
- Report equipment malfunctions and communicate effectively with other departments.
- Respond to call lights, pass meal trays, and transport patients.
- Receive feedback constructively, identify learning needs, and improve skills.
- Instruct patients and families under RN direction; manage patient restraints as needed.
- Communicate clearly with the healthcare team and support workplace safety.
- Adhere to all patient care policies and safety procedures.
- Document in medical records, complete tasks promptly, and support department projects.
Salary : $18 - $27
