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Patient Care Technician I
nT12 Cardiology
n0.5 part-time, nights with rotation + every other weekend/holiday rotation (20 hours/week)
nShifts: 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM & 11:00 PM to 7:00 AM
nUnion position: Yes
nPosted: 9/9/2026
nLaunch Your Healthcare Career with UPMC Altoona!
nAre you ready to make a real difference in patients' lives while building a rewarding career in healthcare? UPMC Altoona is seeking compassionate and motivated individuals to join our team as Patient Care Technician I. This is more than just a job-it's an opportunity to grow, learn, and be part of a supportive environment where every day brings meaningful impact.
nWhether you're starting out or looking to expand your skills, we provide comprehensive training for entry-level candidates, ensuring you have the tools and confidence to succeed. As a Patient Care Technician, you'll play a vital role in delivering hands-on care, supporting nurses and patients, and contributing to a culture of excellence and compassion.
nWe now offer a Night Program - if qualified, you could receive an additional $2 per hour on top of our current off-shift differential ($1.10). Must have 6 months of experience to qualify and must commit to work all full-time shifts as night shifts.
nResponsibilities:
nnnDemonstrates awareness of behavior on the efficient functioning of the department.
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nnComplies with safety policies and procedures including standard precautions and understand policies and procedures for blood borne pathogen exposure.
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nnAssures equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department.
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nnEstablishes appropriate and effective communication strategies.
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nnResponds within the scope of the nursing assistant role to emergent situations.
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nnTakes action to improve knowledge, skills, and performance.
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nnProvides feedback to the RN regarding patient care and report changes in patient status.
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nnStrictly adheres to all policies and practices relative to patient care and hospital related information.
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nnAssumes responsibility for assignment and views problems as challenges.
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nnIdentifies and communicates learning needs to the unit director.
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nnEstablishes professional and respectful interpersonal relationships.
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nnMaintains an environment conducive to patient safety and recovery including, but not limited to, completing safety checks, keeping the department and patient rooms clean and organized, cleaning department specific equipment, changing bed linens, emptying linen hampers, keeping hallways clear of equipment and returning equipment.
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nnRequests assistance in planning and prioritizing activities as needed. Participate in self-review as requested by the unit director.
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nnSuggests and support changes within the department.
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nnContributes to the universal unit activities including, but not limited to, responding to call lights and telephones, passing meal trays, and transporting patients.
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nnProvides direct patient care as directed by the RN including all activities of daily living such as bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting and ambulating patients.
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nnAcquires and distribute supplies and equipment to facilitate patient care delivery including, but not limited to, performing messenger functions, ordering, charging/crediting supplies, setting up patient care equipment within the scope of the nursing assistant position and stocking patient rooms and unit supply areas.
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nnPerforms routine tests such as blood glucose monitoring, patient weights, vital signs and I&Os.
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nnConstructively receives feedback and direction.
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nnProvides companionship/supervision one in one with patients as required.
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nnDelivers patient nourishments, fill water pitchers and distribute patient mail.
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nnMay apply, monitor, and remove patient restraints as per physician or hospital protocol. Provide diversion activities to reduce or prevent use of restraints.
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nnDocuments in the medical record according to established procedures.
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n nExperience Required:
nnnNone
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nnDirect patient care experience is preferred but not required
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n nQualifications:
nnnHigh school diploma or equivalent.
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nnIf no previous hospital or pre-hospital training, successful completion of UPMC patient care technician class OR successful completion of the first year of clinical work in a nursing program.
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nnSuccessful completion of basic information system training.
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nnMicrocomputer experience preferred.
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nnAbility to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
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nnEmergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic or currently enrolled in an EMT or Paramedic program preferred.
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nnAccess to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.
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n nLicensure, Certifications, and Clearances:
nnnCPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire
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nnBasic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
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nnAct 34
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n nUPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran
Worksite address
altoona, PA, 16603, US
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