Multiskilled Patient Care Technician - Bedside & Diagnostics

Baystate Health; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Baystate Health in Springfield, MA is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support an RN in daily patient care. The PCT will perform a range of bedside tasks, monitor vital signs, assist with hygiene, mobility, and phlebotomy, and help with EKGs as needed.

The role requires strong English communication, compliance with policies, and teamwork to ensure patient safety. Experience in clinical settings preferred; certification in BLS and CNA is valued.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of patient care experience across units.
• At least one year as a level II PCT at Baystate Health.
• GED or HiSET required.
• BLS certification.
• CNA certification.
• English reading/writing proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provides age-appropriate care to patients.
• Monitors vital signs and records measurements per policy.
• Assists with treatments, dressings, and basic procedures.
• Assists with elimination of body wastes and specimen collection.
• Performs Point of Care testing as directed.
• Supports ancillary services and treatment plans.
• Maintains effective communication with team and patients.
• Initiates emergency procedures when needed and ensures patient safety.
• Works as a team member and supports non-clinical activities.
• Demonstrates competency in clinical recognition programs.
• Observes patients one-to-one as required.

Skills

Proficient in reading English and leg

Education

GED or HiSET (Required)

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA)

Job description

Baystate Health in Springfield, MA is seeking a Patient Care Technician (PCT) to support an RN in daily patient care. The PCT will perform a range of bedside tasks, monitor vital signs, assist with hygiene, mobility, and phlebotomy, and help with EKGs as needed.

The role requires strong English communication, compliance with policies, and teamwork to ensure patient safety. Experience in clinical settings preferred; certification in BLS and CNA is valued.