Night Shift PCT III — Emergency Room Care Tech

UMass Memorial Health; Groton (CT); On-site; USD 26,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus possible

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health is seeking a Patient Care Tech III to join the night shift in our Emergency Department unit. The role supports RN and clinicians, providing direct patient care and assisting with bedside procedures.

A high school diploma or GED and current BLS are required, with prior PCT II or EMT experience preferred. The position includes night hours, 24-hour shifts, and potential signing bonus eligibility.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a high school education or GED.
• Current Basic Life Support.
• Demonstrated competency at PCT II level or 1 year of acute care/hospital experience or 1 year EMT Paramedic experience.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.
• Medical Terminology.
• Computer skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills to gather information and support collaboration.
• Proven problem-solving abilities for routine situations.
• Calm demeanor under stress.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under direction of licensed clinician.
• Monitor and record patient observations; assist with daily living activities.
• Support patient safety and comfort, de-escalation as needed.
• Perform unit secretary duties when assigned; assist with equipment and supplies.
• Assist RN/LICP with treatments and procedures; prepare equipment and supplies.
• Gather specimens and perform basic tests per hospital standards.
• Assist with telemetry, remote monitoring, and other unit needs as applicable.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Computer skills

Calm under pressure

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Electronic medical records

Job description

UMass Memorial Health is seeking a Patient Care Tech III to join the night shift in our Emergency Department unit. The role supports RN and clinicians, providing direct patient care and assisting with bedside procedures.

A high school diploma or GED and current BLS are required, with prior PCT II or EMT experience preferred. The position includes night hours, 24-hour shifts, and potential signing bonus eligibility.