Req#: R29449
Category(s): Clinical Support, Patient Care Technicians
Full Time / Part Time: Full-Time
Shift: First
***SIGN-ON BONUS ELIGIBLE***
$2,000 Sign-On Bonus! (Only external applicants qualify for sign-on bonus) (Candidate must have a minimum of one year inpatient experience OR have a current CNA license)
Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety, and home to Baystate Medical Center (BMC), and the region's only level 1 trauma center is looking for a Patient Care Technician to join our team!
Unit: Day Stay/Outpatient Infusion
Location: Employee would split time between the following locations:
Baystate Noble Hospital
115 West Silver Street, Westfield MA
Baystate Medical Center – Medical Office Building
2 Medical Center Drive, Springfield MA
Schedule: Full time Days, 8 AM – 4:30 pm – 40 hours per week. Weekends as needed.
Summary: Daily activities are coordinated by the Registered Nurse (RN). The PCT will perform a variety of technical tasks and bedside functions. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Direct patient care; hygiene, skin care, mobility, and monitoring. Will have multi skills for what is needed on the unit, to perform all duties relative to phlebotomy and EKGs. The PCT is expected to manage equipment and perform or assist in all procedures on the unit. This description covers the essential functions of the position. The incumbent is expected to perform other similar and related duties as assigned. Management has the right to change or add to the job responsibilities at any time.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provides age-appropriate care to patients, demonstrating knowledge of developmental stages for the following age groups.
- Monitors basic physiological parameters, takes and records routine vital signs, and reports significant deviations.
- Administers treatments and procedures per BMC policy/procedure.
- Assists patients with the elimination of body wastes and accurately labels and sends specimens.
- Performs Point of Care (POC) Testing.
- Assists in the delivery of ancillary services as directed.
- Communicates effectively with team and patients.
- Is knowledgeable of and initiates emergency procedures.
- Functions as a member of the team.
- Demonstrates competency for one-to-one observation of patients.
Required Work Experience:
At least one year of patient care experience (this experience can vary in level of long-term care, specialty, acute care, etc.).
Preferred Work Experience:
CNA License or PCT Training.
Skills and Competencies:
- Proficient in reading and writing in English.
Qualifications:
- CPR-Basic Life Support of Healthcare Provider required from the American Heart Association.
- Patient Care Experience.
- Certified Nursing Assistant Certification preferred.
- Every other holiday and weekend commitment.
- Great interpersonal skills, compassionate caregiver, and able to work in a fast-paced environment.
Education: GED or HiSET
Certifications: Basic Life Support – American Heart Association, Certified Nurse Aide – Other
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.
- 403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service.
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 and equity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff. We are committed to increasing diverse representation across our organization.
You Belong At Baystate
At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity and equity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff. It makes us not just an organization, but also a community where you belong.
DIVERSE TEAMS. DIVERSE PATIENTS. DIVERSE LOCATIONS.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer
Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.
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