Evening PCA — 32-Hour Week, Make a Difference

UMass Memorial Health; Southbridge (MA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 33,737; Part time

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician to support the nursing team in a busy Massachusetts hospital. You will assist patients with daily living activities, monitor status, and help maintain a safe, compassionate environment.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, performing EKGs and POC tests, and relaying observations to the RN. Requirements: high school diploma or GED, Basic Life Support within 30 days, and ability to communicate clearly in English.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school education or GED.
• Basic Life Support certification within 30‑days of employment.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English in a clear and concise manner.
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic medical terminology knowledge.
• Must be able to remain calm when under stress or in emergency situations.
• Prior inpatient/outpatient care experience or clinical care training (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide clear, timely communication to the RN regarding observations and changes seen in patients.
• Provide constant observation of high‑risk patients as assigned by the Resource Nurse or designee.
• Assist patients with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, ambulating, meals, and nourishment.
• Assist in moving, lifting, positioning, and transporting patients by utilizing proper safety techniques and body mechanics.
• Maintains patient safety by performing patient safety checks and following restraints policy when needed.

Skills

English communication

Calm under pressure

Basic computer skills

Medical terminology

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

UMass Memorial Health is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Technician to support the nursing team in a busy Massachusetts hospital. You will assist patients with daily living activities, monitor status, and help maintain a safe, compassionate environment.

Responsibilities include taking vital signs, performing EKGs and POC tests, and relaying observations to the RN. Requirements: high school diploma or GED, Basic Life Support within 30 days, and ability to communicate clearly in English.