Patient Care Technician – Emergency Department

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# Patient Care Technician - Emergency Department

- Location: Pittsburgh, PA (On-site)
- Employment type: Full-Time
- Category: Patient Care Support
- Shift: Rotating
- Business unit: ST Health St. Margaret
- Pay: $19.19–$28.18 / hr
- Organization: SFX Demo
- Posted: 2026-02-17T14:00:16.523Z

## Description

We are currently hiring a Patient Care Technician for the Emergency Department at ST Health St. Margaret Hospital. This role involves rotating 12-hour shifts, including every other weekend, and participation in the holiday rotation. While prior experience in EMS or Emergency Department settings is preferred, it is not required; training will be provided to support your success in this fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

*The salary listed on the position is that of a Patient Care Technician, which is a valued step in ST Health Patient Care Support Career Ladder. The final candidate will be placed in the appropriate title and salary based on experience and education.*
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