Patient Care Technician – Oncology Unit

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Attendance for all three days is required.Skills:Knowledge of body mechanics and safe transfer techniques.Strong oral and written communication skills.Certification: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) preferred.Medication Access: Limited to distribution of medication to the nurse.Patient Care Technician Qualifications Education: High school diploma or equivalent.Experience (must meet one of the following):1 year of general healthcare experience, OR6 months as ST Health Nursing Assistant/CNA with PCT competency achieved within 120 days of hire/transfer/promotion, OREnrollment in PT/OT/PA program or related healthcare training program with completion of at least one clinical rotation, ORCompletion of a bachelor’s degree in a health sciences field.Training:Successful completion of ST Health Patient Care Technician class.Successful completion of basic information system training.Skills:Microcomputer experience preferred.Strong oral and written communication skills.Certification: EMT or Paramedic certification (or current enrollment in EMT/Paramedic program) preferred.Medication Access: Limited to distribution of 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 hireBasic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)Act 34 with renewalST Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran",
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# Patient Care Technician - Oncology Unit

- Location: Pittsburgh, PA (On-site)
- Employment type: Full-Time
- Category: Patient Care Support
- Shift: Rotating
- Business unit: ST Health St. Margaret
- Pay: $18.99–$28.11 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2026-02-18T14:00:15.24Z

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