Multiskilled Patient Care Technician

Northeast Hospital Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide basic care, comfort and safety under the direction of the Registered Nurse.

The role involves performing technical, therapeutic, administrative tasks, taking vital signs, assisting with meals, reporting observations, and remaining flexible as part of a patient care team.

This position requires a high school diploma, ability to read/write, basic math, and BLS within 90 days; CNA is preferred but not required upon hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read/write and perform basic 4 function math.
• Desire to help people and/or aspiration to become a healthcare professional.
• Basic computer skills preferred.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of hire.
• CNA certification preferred but not required upon hire.
• Work schedule includes every other weekend and every other holiday.

Responsibilities

• Vital signs including height, weight and oxygen saturation.
• Report unusual observations to the nurse.
• Collect specimens for analysis.
• Record and measure intake and output.
• Provide personal care and assist with daily activities.
• Perform basic clinical procedures under RN supervision.
• Assist with meal service, setting up room service and feeding.

Skills

Reading and writing

Basic math

Basic computer skills

Desire to help people

Medical terminology

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS certification within 90 days

CNA certification preferred

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to provide basic care, comfort and safety under the direction of the Registered Nurse.

The role involves performing technical, therapeutic, administrative tasks, taking vital signs, assisting with meals, reporting observations, and remaining flexible as part of a patient care team.

This position requires a high school diploma, ability to read/write, basic math, and BLS within 90 days; CNA is preferred but not required upon hire.