Patient Care Technician MSU, 24 Hours, Nights

UMass Memorial Health • Leominster, MA

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About The Position

The Patient Care Technician I at UMass Memorial Health performs a variety of patient care activities under the direction of a licensed clinician. This role is essential in providing exceptional patient care, contributing to a safe environment, and assisting the healthcare team in meeting the personal needs and comfort of patients. The position requires working night shifts from 11:00 PM to 7:30 AM, with every other holiday and weekend scheduled. A signing bonus may be available, and the role emphasizes the importance of every employee as a caregiver in the health system.

Requirements

• Minimum of a high school education or GED.
• Basic Life Support certification within 30 days as a condition of employment.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English clearly.
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic Medical Terminology knowledge.
• Ability to remain calm under stress or in emergency situations.

Nice To Haves

• Prior inpatient/outpatient care experience or clinical care training.
• Demonstrated competency attainment in the Patient Care Technician I level.
• Strong interpersonal skills to gather information and build relationships.

Responsibilities

• Provides clear, timely communication to the RN regarding observations and changes seen in patients.
• Provides constant observation of high-risk patients as assigned.
• Participates in the development and maintenance of a safe environment.
• Assists patients with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, ambulating, meals, and nourishment.
• Assists in moving, lifting, positioning, and transporting patients using proper safety techniques.
• Maintains patient safety by performing safety checks and utilizing fall prevention strategies.
• Takes and records vital signs and measures patients' weights and heights.
• Performs EKGs, Point of Care tests, and bladder scanning.
• Collects, labels, and prepares specimens for transport to the lab.
• Assists RN/Licensed Independent Practitioner with treatments and procedures.
• Observes, measures, and records oral food and fluid intake.
• Demonstrates sensitivity and responsiveness to patients' needs.
• Provides respectful, culturally and age-appropriate communication.
• Replenishes patient and unit supplies and equipment as needed.
• Keeps current with hospital and unit changes.

Benefits

• Signing bonus eligibility.
• Opportunities for career development and advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees