Night Patient Care Technician - Compassionate, Tech-Savvy Care

UMass Memorial Health; Southbridge (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health in Central Massachusetts is hiring a Patient Care Technician I to assist the healthcare team under licensed clinicians. You will provide direct patient care, monitor vitals, assist with daily living activities, and help maintain a safe, compassionate environment for patients and families.

The role requires high school education or GED and Basic Life Support within 30 days, with signing bonus possible and opportunities to grow within a premier health system serving the

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school education or GED.
• Basic Life Support certification within 30-days as a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provides clear, timely communication to the RN regarding observations and changes seen in patients.
• Provides constant observation of high-risk patients as assigned by the Resource Nurse or designee.
• Assists patient with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, ambulating, meals and nourishment.
• Assists in moving, lifting, positioning and transporting patients by utilizing proper safety techniques.
• Takes and records vital signs and measures patient weights/heights.
• Performs EKGs, POC tests and bladder scanning; collects specimens for lab.
• Assists with treatments and procedures and provides emotional support.
• Maintains patient safety and responsiveness; communicates respectfully with patients and staff.
• Replenishes supplies and responds to unit needs.

Skills

English communication

Basic computer skills

Medical terminology knowledge

Ability to remain calm under stress

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

UMass Memorial Health in Central Massachusetts is hiring a Patient Care Technician I to assist the healthcare team under licensed clinicians. You will provide direct patient care, monitor vitals, assist with daily living activities, and help maintain a safe, compassionate environment for patients and families.

The role requires high school education or GED and Basic Life Support within 30 days, with signing bonus possible and opportunities to grow within a premier health system serving the