Join Our Team as a Patient Care Technician in 3B Step-Down Unit! Are you passionate about providing exceptional patient care and looking to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic healthcare environment? UPMC St. Margaret is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Patient Care Technician (PCT) to join our 3B Step Down Unit. As a PCT, you will play a crucial role in supporting our nursing staff and ensuring the highest standards of patient care. The Patient Care Technician is a valued step in UPMCs Patient Care Support Career Ladder. The final candidate will be placed in the appropriate title and pay rate depending on education and experience Responsibilities: + Assist with patient procedures and daily living activities. + Support physical, respiratory, and cardiopulmonary therapies. + Provide feedback to the RN and report changes in patient status. + Perform core nursing assistant tasks (blood glucose, weights, vital signs, I&O, specimen collections, Foley care) and at least four of the following: phlebotomy, 12-lead EKG, simple dressing, Foley catheter removal, point of care testing, bladder scan, straight catheter, or IV catheter removal. + Report equipment malfunctions and communicate effectively with other departments. + Contribute to unit activities (responding to call lights, passing meal trays, transporting patients). + Receive and act on feedback, identify learning needs, and participate in self-review. + Provide patient and family instruction under RN direction; apply, monitor, and remove restraints as needed. + Adhere to all patient care policies and safety procedures. + Document in medical records and perform clerical functions as needed. + Support department projects and quality initiatives. + High school diploma or equivalent. + Must also have either + a) 1 Year of general healthcare experience, + OR b) 6 months of experience as UPMC Nursing Assistant/CNA with PCT competency achieved within 120 days of hire/transfer/promotion, + OR c) enrollment in PT/OT/PA program or related healthcare training program with completion of at least one clinical rotation, + OR d) completion of a bachelor's degree in a health sciences field. + Successful completion of UPMC patient care technician class + Successful completion of basic information system training. + Microcomputer experience preferred. + Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing. + Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)or Paramedic or currently enrolled in an EMT or Paramedic program preferred. + Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse. **Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:** CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hireCPR 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 34 **UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**