Req#: R32934
Category(s): Clinical Support, Patient Care Technicians
Full Time / Part Time: Full-Time
Shift: First
***SIGN-ON BONUS ELIGIBLE***
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!
$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)
Resume Required with Application
Unit: NICU
Schedule: Full time, Days – 7AM – 7PM, 36 hours per week. Rotating weekends and holidays required.
Location: Baystate Medical Center, 759 Chestnut Street, Springfield MA
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. The incumbent is expected to perform other similar and related duties as assigned.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provides age-appropriate care to patients.
- Monitors basic physiological parameters.
- Administers treatments and procedures per BMC policy/procedure.
- Assists patients with the elimination of body wastes.
- 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.
- Competencies and completion and maintenance of clinical recognition program for career ladder level.
- Demonstrates competency for one-to-one observation of patients based on department and unit-specific needs.
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 experience.
Skills and Competencies:
- Proficient in reading and writing in English.
- Able to maintain professional composure in medium to high-stress situations.
- Effective communication skills.
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 a MUST.
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.
- Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health.
Baystate Health is committed to increasing diverse representation across our organization. Together our inspired and compassionate teams manage the whole health needs of all communities in need.
We strive to be the place where we can help you build the career you deserve – apply today – YOU belong at Baystate!
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