Nursing Students – Gain Experience as a Casual PCT on Our Med/Surg/Peds Unit! Are you a current nursing student looking to build hands-on experience? Join our Med/Surg/Peds team as a Casual Patient Care Technician! This flexible opportunity allows you to develop clinical skills, work with all age groups, and grow alongside a supportive care team **Responsibilities:** + Assist with daily living activities (bathing, feeding, toileting, ambulating, repositioning, transporting) + Support physical, respiratory, and cardiopulmonary therapies under RN supervision + Perform core clinical tasks: vital signs, blood glucose, I&O, specimen collection, Foley care, telemetry application + Complete advanced skills as trained: phlebotomy, EKG, catheter removal, bladder scans, dressings, NG tube care + Provide patient and family instruction as directed by RN; apply and monitor restraints per protocol + Document care and observations accurately in the medical record + Respond to call lights, phones, meal trays, and transport requests as part of unit support + Report equipment issues and ensure proper communication across departments + Demonstrate cultural awareness, professionalism, and teamwork in all interactions + Participate in self-review, seek feedback, and engage in continuous learning and improvement + High school diploma or GED required + One of the following is also required: + 1 year of general healthcare experience + 6+ months as a UPMC Nursing Assistant/CNA with PCT competency (within 120 days) + Enrollment in a healthcare training program (PT/OT/PA, etc.) with at least one completed clinical rotation + Bachelor’s degree in a health sciences field + CPR certification (AHA approved) required within 30 days of hire; ACLS preferred **UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**