Clinical Care Technician (36 hrs/week, Nursing Assistant) - Hematology/Oncology Unit

Tufts Medical Center; Boston, Evanston Township (MA, IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Boston is seeking a Clinical Care Technician to assist in delivering patient-centered care under the supervision of registered nurses. The role involves direct patient support, maintaining safety, and facilitating a comfortable environment. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, BLS certification, and experience in patient care. Join a diverse team committed to excellence in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Current CNA or MA preferred.
• Completion of Nursing Fundamentals in an accredited program.
• 1 year related experience as a Nursing Assistant or similar.

Responsibilities

• Assist registered nurse in patient care and communicate findings.
• Provide daily living activities and ensure patient safety.
• Collect and record patient clinical data timely.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organizational Skills

Computer Proficiency

Medical Terminology

Education

High School Diploma

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Job description

Job Profile Summary

This role focuses on providing professional and nonprofessional nursing care services in accordance with physician orders. It involves performing nursing support duties such as providing basic care services to patients without an RN or LPN license. Positions in this role work under the direction of physicians, mid-level practitioners, and registered nurses depending on the unit. It is a clinical technologist role requiring specialized knowledge or skills gained through vocational education, training, and experience, most applicable to patient care and scientific/laboratory jobs. The role works under moderate supervision, handling routine problems and communicating information that may require explanation or interpretation.

Job Overview

The Clinical Care Technician works under the supervision of a professional nurse, collaborating to meet patient needs. This role assists in direct patient care, provides environmental support, and facilitates patient safety across designated units. It requires successful completion and maintenance of role-specific competencies, supporting a patient and family-centered care environment.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High school diploma or equivalent.
2. Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Medical Assistant (MA).
2. Completion of Nursing Fundamentals in an accredited Nursing program.
3. One (1) year of related experience as a Nursing Assistant, Patient Care Assistant, Critical Care Tech, or Patient Care Tech.
4. Acute care experience.

Duties and Responsibilities

The following duties are general and not all-inclusive; other duties may be assigned:

1. Assist the registered nurse in functional patient care, ensuring efficient, patient-centered care appropriate to the developmental age of patients. Perform delegated tasks and communicate findings to the nurse.
2. Provide or assist with activities of daily living, ensuring safety, efficiency, and respect. Assist with procedures as directed, using proper body mechanics and maintaining patient dignity.
3. Greet patients, families, visitors, and staff according to standards. Respond promptly to requests, seeking nurse supervision as needed.
4. Collect, record, and communicate patient clinical data timely.
5. Prepare rooms for admission, transfer, or discharge, ensuring equipment readiness.
6. Transport or accompany patients to other hospital areas safely and efficiently. Act as a sitter as needed, following guidelines to ensure safety.
7. Provide comfort measures such as positioning, linen changes, and back rubs efficiently and respectfully.
8. Assist with mobility and range of motion exercises to promote activity.
9. Set up for procedures as requested by medical staff.
10. Clean and dispose of used equipment following procedures.
11. Collect specimens, perform testing, and prepare specimens for lab analysis, maintaining standard precautions.
12. Maintain biomedical equipment, checking par levels and functionality, reporting malfunctions.
13. Clean wounds and apply dressings after nurse assessment.
14. Perform 12-lead EKGs.
15. Connect monitoring equipment under nurse direction.
16. Manage patient belongings and complete related documentation.
17. Prime IV tubing with solutions containing no medication.
18. Perform and document admission, transfer, discharge tasks as requested.
19. Respond to call lights and perform hourly rounding as per guidelines.

Physical Requirements:

1. Lift up to 30-35 lbs, turn patients, prolonged standing/walking, occasional twisting, bending, reaching, pushing/pulling, sitting, kneeling, squatting.
2. Manual dexterity for procedures and computer operation.
3. Ability to see computer screens and reports.

Skills & Abilities:

1. Ability to read, write, and understand medical terminology.
2. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
3. Ability to handle detailed, confidential information.
4. Computer proficiency.
5. Knowledge and skills for age-appropriate care.

Tufts Medicine is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. For accommodations, contact [e-mail].