Acute Care Tech – ED & Inpatient Support

Lowell General Hospital; Lowell (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salaries and benefits

Tuition reimbursement and clinical/adv

Paid certification opportunities

Total Rewards package

Job summary

Lowell General Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Tech to join the Acute Care Transition Team in the Emergency Department. This role provides nurse-assisted ADL support, prepares rooms, and helps manage patient flow to ensure safe, compassionate transitions for patients awaiting inpatient beds.

The position emphasizes collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, strong communication, and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced hospital environment.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification required.
• One year healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under nurse direction, assist with activities of daily living and patient care.
• Prepare patient rooms for admission and maintain a safe environment.
• Transport patients and assist with procedures as directed.
• Operate equipment safely and collect specimens as needed.
• Maintain patient charts and document data in a timely manner.
• Provide patient sitter duties and continuous observation.
• Greet visitors and answer calls professionally; direct to appropriate staff.

Skills

ADL support

Team communication

Stress management

Patient data documentation

Organization & prioritization

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

BLS certification

Job description

Lowell General Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Tech to join the Acute Care Transition Team in the Emergency Department. This role provides nurse-assisted ADL support, prepares rooms, and helps manage patient flow to ensure safe, compassionate transitions for patients awaiting inpatient beds.

The position emphasizes collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, strong communication, and the ability to adapt in a fast-paced hospital environment.