Patient Care Techncian - 32 hrs week/Night Shift

Tufts Medicine • Lowell, MA

2d • $20 - $25 • Onsite

About The Position

This role provides professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in accordance with physician orders and performs nursing support duties. The Patient Care Technician provides basic care to patients without an RN or LPN license, under the direction of physicians, mid-level practitioners, and, depending on the unit, registered nurses. The position is a clinical technologist role requiring specialized knowledge or skills gained through vocational education, training, and experience. It is an experienced-level role requiring basic knowledge of job procedures and tools, vocational or technical education, and moderate supervision. Work generally involves routine problems, with occasional need to interpret or deviate from standard procedures and communicate information requiring some explanation or interpretation.

The position is 32 hours per week on the night shift, 11 p.m. to 7 a.m., at Lowell General Hospital’s Main Campus. Every other weekend (Saturday and Sunday) is required, as are holiday shifts based on unit needs.

Lowell General describes itself as a community hospital serving the Greater Lowell community for more than 125 years and as a three-time Magnet-recognized hospital. The hospital has more than 3,000 care providers. Its fourth Magnet designation was achieved in March 2025. The pay range is $20.12–$25.15, based on full-time equivalent. Individual offers consider relevant experience, certifications, education, skills, and internal equity.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Nice To Haves

• One year of healthcare experience and nursing service experience.
• Certification as a patient care technician, clinical associate, or nursing assistant, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Under the direction of a nurse, provide activities-of-daily-living care in an environment that optimizes patient safety.
• Prepare patient rooms for admission.
• Maintain a clean and safe patient environment.
• Prioritize patient care according to nursing direction and the discharge plan.
• Transport patients to procedures and to or from discharge within the hospital as directed.
• Clean and operate equipment safely and correctly.
• Prepare patients for meals, assist with meals, or feed patients as needed.
• Perform technical tasks, including using a glucometer and lift-assisted devices and collecting specimens.
• Collect, record, and report accurate patient data in a timely manner.
• Perform Patient Sitter duties and maintain continuous patient observation according to sitter guidelines.
• Provide clerical support as needed.
• Greet visitors professionally and direct them to the appropriate destination.
• Answer calls professionally and direct callers to the appropriate person.
• Screen people requesting access to the department and enforce department security policies.
• Complete administrative duties for patient admissions, transfers, and discharges in an organized and timely manner.
• Maintain paper components in each patient chart.
• Attend to patients and family members with care, respond to their needs in a timely manner, and maintain a professional and friendly demeanor.
• Work cohesively as a member of the patient care team and anticipate team members’ needs.
• Establish and maintain positive, caring relationships with patients, family members, and team members.
• Report variances in accordance with hospital policy.
• Participate regularly in department meetings and in-service programs.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries and benefits.
• 403(b) retirement plan with hospital match.
• Opportunities for growth.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Free on-campus parking.
• Comprehensive Total Rewards package supporting health, financial security, and career growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED