Compassionate Patient Care Technician – Med-Surg Team

Beth Israel Lahey Health; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health's Farr 3 unit is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join our inpatient medical-surgical team at BIDMC. The PCT will work with the nursing staff to support patient safety and high-quality care.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, accurate vital signs documentation, and contributing to team-based care plans. The role emphasizes communication, safety, and compassion in daily practice.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 0-1 years related work experience required.
• Basic familiarity with computers. Ability to navigate at a basic level within web-based applications.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with a registered nurse on developing a patient's care plan.
• Develops and maintains competencies as delegated by a registered nurse.
• Maintains the safety of patients who have been identified at risk for preventable injury by the implementation of nursing safety interventions or the use of protective devices/equipment under the supervision of the registered nurse.
• Reports all patient activity to the registered nurse in a timely manner.

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health's Farr 3 unit is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join our inpatient medical-surgical team at BIDMC. The PCT will work with the nursing staff to support patient safety and high-quality care.

Responsibilities include direct patient care, accurate vital signs documentation, and contributing to team-based care plans. The role emphasizes communication, safety, and compassion in daily practice.