Patient Care Technician - Medical Telemetry,16 Rotating
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician provides basic patient care activities and assists with patients’ personal needs, comfort, and safety under the direction of a Registered Nurse. The role focuses on performing technical, therapeutic, and administrative tasks and procedures for which the technician has been trained. The technician participates as a multi-skilled caregiver on a patient care team, remains accountable for the quality of their work, and stays flexible in response to change. The position is with Beverly Hospital and is eligible for a sign-on bonus. The organization requires all staff to be vaccinated against influenza as a condition of employment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to read, write, and perform basic four-function math.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of hire.
- Willingness and desire to help people; an aspiration to become a healthcare professional is also noted.
Nice To Haves
- Basic computer skills.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- CNA certification; preferred but not required upon hire.
Responsibilities
- Measure and record vital signs, height, weight, and oxygen saturation.
- Report unusual observations to the nurse.
- Collect specimens for analysis.
- Record and measure patient intake and output.
- Provide personal care and assist patients with daily activities.
- Perform basic clinical procedures independently or under RN supervision.
- Support patients’ nutritional needs by assisting with or ordering room service, setting up meal trays, and feeding patients.
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus eligible.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
