Patient Care Technician FT/D

Baystate Health•Springfield, MA

12d•$17 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety, and home to Baystate Medical Center (BMC), is looking for a full -time Patient Care Technician to join our General Surgery team in Springfield, MA. SCHEDULE: Full-time 36 hours a week Day shift: 7:00am-7:30pm Rotating Holidays, 2-3 holidays per year Department Summary: South Wing 6- General Surgery South Wing 6 contains 32 beds, 2 rooms have been converted to double rooms to assist with decompression of the ER Populations served- orthopedic, trauma, urology, musculoskeletal spinal surgery, endocrine, bariatric surgery, colorectal and thoracic patients South Wing 6 is a fast-paced surgical unit with high acuity and great opportunity for learning and developing your critical thinking skills. RESPONSIBILITIES: Baystate Health, Patient Care Technicians (PCT) play a hands-on role in delivering compassionate, high-quality care alongside our nursing team. Under the supervision of an RN, you'll assist with direct patient care, including hygiene, mobility, and vital sign monitoring. PCT’s perform a range of clinical tasks such as phlebotomy, EKGs, specimen collection, and Point of Care testing. This role also includes assisting with procedures, patient transport, equipment management, and supporting emergency response protocols. Strong communication, teamwork, and a commitment to patient safety are essential. LOCATION : Baystate Medical Center- 759 Chestnut St. Springfield, MA THE ADVANTAGES OF WORKING WITH BAYSTATE! Excellent Compensation High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance Generous PTO – up to 25 days in the first year, with scheduled earned increases Continuing education support and reimbursement First Time Home Buyers Financial Packages Farm Share Memberships 403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service Free money coach advice from a certified professional Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health Pet, home, auto and personal insurance Life insurance Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but limited to gym membership and equipment, personal trainer, massage and so much more! Baystate Health, western Massachusetts’ only academic center and tertiary care provider has a long and proud tradition of continuous learning and improvement. We educate and train hundreds of healthcare workers every year and advance knowledge about new approaches to care. At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff. Together our inspired and compassionate teams manage the whole health needs of all communities in need. QUALIFICATIONS: This position is part of a career ladder and hiring level determined by Recruitment. Level I: 1) PCT training or CNA training, preferred 2) BLS CPR Certification through American Heart Association, required Level II: 1) High School diploma or GED 2) At least one year of patient care experience (this experience can vary in level of long-term care, specialty, acute care, etc.) 3) BLS CPR Certification through American Heart Association, required Level III: 1) High School diploma or GED 2) Three or more years of patient care experience (this experience can vary in level of long-term care, specialty, acute care, etc.) experience OR at least one year as a level II PCT at Baystate Health 3) BLS CPR Certification through American Heart Association, required Level IV: 1) High School Diploma or GED 2) 4 or more years of Acute or specialty-specific care setting experience OR at least one year as a level III PCT at Baystate Health 3) BLS CPR Certification through American Heart Association, required We strive to be the place where we can help you build the career you deserve – apply today – YOU belong at Baystate! OUR COMPENSATION PHILOSOPHY We offer competitive total compensation that includes pay, benefits, and other recognition programs for our employees. The base pay range shown above considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including knowledge/skills; relevant experience and training; education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. This base pay range does not include our comprehensive benefits package and any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role.

Requirements

PCT training or CNA training, preferred
BLS CPR Certification through American Heart Association, required
High School diploma or GED
At least one year of patient care experience (this experience can vary in level of long-term care, specialty, acute care, etc.)
Three or more years of patient care experience (this experience can vary in level of long-term care, specialty, acute care, etc.) experience OR at least one year as a level II PCT at Baystate Health
4 or more years of Acute or specialty-specific care setting experience OR at least one year as a level III PCT at Baystate Health

Responsibilities

assist with direct patient care, including hygiene, mobility, and vital sign monitoring
perform a range of clinical tasks such as phlebotomy, EKGs, specimen collection, and Point of Care testing
assisting with procedures, patient transport, equipment management, and supporting emergency response protocols

Benefits

Excellent Compensation
High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance
Generous PTO – up to 25 days in the first year, with scheduled earned increases
Continuing education support and reimbursement
First Time Home Buyers Financial Packages
Farm Share Memberships
403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service
Free money coach advice from a certified professional
Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health
Pet, home, auto and personal insurance
Life insurance
Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but limited to gym membership and equipment, personal trainer, massage and so much more!