Patient Care Technician - Pediatric Adult Med Surg, 24, Days
About The Position
The Patient Care Technician provides basic care and attends to patients’ personal needs, comfort, and safety. Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, the technician assists with patient care by performing technical, therapeutic, administrative tasks, and procedures for which they have been trained. The role participates as a multi-skilled caregiver on a patient care team, takes responsibility for the quality of their own work, and remains flexible in response to change. The position is 24 hours per week on the day shift and requires work every other weekend and every other holiday. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires staff to be vaccinated against influenza as a condition of employment.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Ability to read and write and perform basic four-function math.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of hire.
- Willingness to help people and/or aspirations to become a healthcare professional.
- Work every other weekend and every other holiday.
Nice To Haves
- Basic computer skills.
- Medical terminology.
- CNA certification; preferred but not required upon hire.
Responsibilities
- Measure 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 the supervision of the Registered Nurse.
- Support patients’ nutritional needs, including assisting with and ordering room service, setting up meal trays, and feeding.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
