Patient Care Technician, 5 West Teaching and Innovation, 40 Hours (Nights)

Boston Medical Center•Boston, MA

27d

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician is a key member of the healthcare team in Boston Medical Center’s Critical Care department. Under the direction and supervision of a registered nurse and in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, protocols, and standards of practice, the technician provides direct clinical and support services. Using a patient-centered care model, the technician participates in care for patients and their families and cooperates with healthcare team members to meet patient, family, and staff needs. The position is in the 5 West Teaching and Innovation Unit. The unit explores nursing model redesign so registered nurses can work at the top of their license. Selected nurses participate in teams that pilot, measure, and evaluate new technologies and workflows. The clinical setting is designed to support teaching and learning through collaboration among nurse leaders, healthcare team members, and clinical education. The posted schedule is 40 hours on nights. Compensation is listed as $23.54–$27.58; the range is an estimate based on minimum qualifications, and offers may consider education, experience, and relevant licensure or certifications.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED certificate.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, including CPR certification, or obtain it within 30 days of employment.
Ability to pass clinical competency testing.
Physical ability to meet job responsibilities.
Basic math and computer proficiency.
Meet at least one of the following qualifications: one year of experience as a Patient Care Technician in an acute hospital setting; current enrollment in a nursing program with two clinical rotations completed; completion of an approved Patient Care Technician training program; completion of approved certified medical assistant training; or one year of experience as an EMT or field medic (considered for adult Emergency Department positions only).

Nice To Haves

Fluency in another language.
Previous medical/surgical experience.

Responsibilities

Perform appropriately delegated patient-care interventions for patients and families in the Critical Care department.
Provide clinical services that may include obtaining vital signs, bathing and feeding, dressing wounds, assisting with hygiene, cleaning rooms and linens, and providing emotional support.
Perform environmental and inventory activities to maintain a safe, clean, and appropriately equipped environment for patients, visitors, and staff.
Contribute to the efficient operation of the Critical Care department and support quality patient and family clinical outcomes.
Work cooperatively with healthcare team members to provide support services that meet patient, family, and staff needs.

Benefits

Competitive pay.
Tuition reimbursement programs.
Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
Supportive work environment focused on training, development, and growth.
Access to Pathways, a leadership acceleration program focused on increasing inclusion and diversity at the leadership level across Boston Medical Center Health System.
Medical, dental, vision, and pharmacy benefits.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
403(b) savings matches.
Earned time cash out.
Paid time off.
Career advancement opportunities.
Resources to support employee and family wellbeing.