Critical Care Technician|MGH-Intensive Care Unit

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Boston is seeking a Critical Care Technician for their Intensive Care Unit. The role involves assisting with patient care, performing vital signs, and supporting nurses in clinical tasks. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant certifications. This is an onsite position with rotating shifts, offering a sign-on bonus and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in patient care/elder care preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with daily living tasks like bathing and dressing.
• Performs vital signs and documents in medical records.

Skills

Patient Care

Customer Service

Medical Terminology

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Basic Life Support Certification

Certified Medical Assistant

Emergency Medical Technician - Basic

Nursing Assistant

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.

The Opportunity: Critical Care Tech (CCT) -Blake 12-Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Blake 12 ICU is an 18-bed adult medical, surgical, abdominal transplant, and trauma intensive care unit. Under the direction of a registered nurse (RN), the Critical Care Technician (CCT) assists the multi-disciplinary health care team in clinical support functions to promote a safe, compassionate patient care environment. CCT provides assistance with activities of daily living needs of patients, assisting nurses in helping to stabilize patients, drawing blood, frequent glucose monitoring, and obtaining EKGs, to name a few.

Must have at least 1 year of inpatient experience within an acute care setting and clinical training.

Schedule:
*36 hour| Day/Night Rotating shift
*7:00 am-7:30pm / 7:00 pm-7:30am
*Alternating holidays and weekends requirement




$750.00 Sign on bonus available

Job Summary

Working under the direction of licensed personnel, assists patients with activities of daily living tasks such as bathing, dressing, and eating. Also assists with taking patients' temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.

Does this position require Patient Care? Yes

Essential Functions
-Performs vital signs, weights/heights, intakes, and outputs with accuracy and within established time frame and/or as requested.
-Completes all documentation in the medical record as required.
-Interacts with patients and their families effectively.
-Helps patients with a number of basic hygiene tasks. This may include bathing and dressing patients, helping them use the toilet if needed, and feeding them.
-Assist with helping patients turn and reposition themselves in bed as needed and help them move between the bed and a wheelchair if they use one.
-Listens to any health concerns patients may have and report those concerns to the nurses.

Qualifications

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No

Licenses and Credentials
Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred

Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred

Emergency Medical Technician - Basic [Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Office of Emergency Medical Services preferred

Nursing Assistant [LNA - Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Board of Nursing preferred

Experience
Experience working in patient care/elder care 1-2 years preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Strong patient/customer service skills.
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
- Proficient computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

About Mass General Hospital Mass General Hospital is a world-renowned hospital that provides the highest quality care to patients. We are a leader in medical research and education, and we are committed to providing our employees with an exciting and fulfilling career. Our culture is one of collaboration and innovation.

We believe that by working together, we can achieve outstanding things. We are also committed to providing our employees with a work-life balance that allows them to thrive both authoritatively and personally. If you are looking for a significant and exciting career in medicine, then Mass General Hospital is the place for you! We offer a variety of career opportunities, so you can find a position that fits your interests and skills. We also offer several benefits, so you can be sure that you are well-compensated for your hard work.

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

273 Charles Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642. Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

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