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Are you passionate about the patient experience and looking for growth opportunities? At UPMC, we’re committed to delivering the right care, the right way—every time.

Join our fast-paced outpatient GI Lab, a high-volume endoscopy unit where teamwork keeps patients moving safely and efficiently.

As a Nursing Assistant, you’ll play a key role in supporting both recovery and patient flow by assisting patients as they wake from procedures, preparing and turning over endoscopy rooms between cases, and transporting patients while they are in our care. If you enjoy staying busy and working with a strong team, we invite you to apply!

Position: Full-Time Nursing Assistant
Department: GI Lab
Location: UPMC Passavant
Shifts: 5 8-hour shifts, 8AM - 4:30PM; NO weekends or holidays required!!

Title and rate of pay will be determined based upon individual qualifications, experience, and education. The minimum hourly starting rates for each level are as follows:

• Care Attendant: $18.19
• Nursing Assistant: $18.59
• Patient Care Technician: $18.99
• Patient Care Technician, Senior: $19.19

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct patient care under RN direction, potentially including ADLs, vital signs, point-of-care testing, telemetry application, and specimen collection
• Assist with daily patient and unit needs (e.g., responding to call lights, meal delivery, patient transport, and basic activities)
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized patient environment, following infection control and safety protocols
• Monitor patients and report changes, concerns, or equipment malfunctions promptly
• Document care accurately and complete clerical duties as needed
• Support unit operations by obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and the healthcare team to support coordinated care
• Demonstrate professionalism by building positive relationships, accepting feedback, and seeking opportunities for growth
• Respond to emergent situations and provide patient supervision or companionship as appropriate

Note: All competencies must be achieved. The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions associated with the role.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of UPMC nursing assistant or EIC training program
• Knowledge of body mechanics and transfer techniques.
• Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.
• Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.

Licensure/Certification/Clearances:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) within 30 days of hire

• Act 34 Criminal Clearance

   

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.