Ortho Patient Care Technician - Day Shift (FT)

Baystate Health; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 23,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Tuition assistance

CEUs

Career growth opportunities

Paid time off

Shift differential

Job summary

Baystate Health in Springfield, MA is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join the South Wing 7 Orthopedics unit at Baystate Medical Center. The role provides hands-on patient care, supports daily living activities, and collaborates with nurses and the care team in a 32-bed private room unit.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, BLS CPR certification, and at least one year of patient care experience or PCT/CNA training.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• BLS CPR Certification through American Heart Association preferred.
• At least one year of patient care experience or CNA/PCT training.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, age-appropriate patient care and assist with daily activities.
• Monitor vital signs, intake/output, and report changes to nursing staff.
• Assist with treatments, dressing changes, specimens, and point-of-care tests.
• Provide one-to-one observation when needed and respond to emergencies.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians and the care team with clear documentation.

Skills

BLS CPR Certification

Patient care experience

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Baystate Health in Springfield, MA is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join the South Wing 7 Orthopedics unit at Baystate Medical Center. The role provides hands-on patient care, supports daily living activities, and collaborates with nurses and the care team in a 32-bed private room unit.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED, BLS CPR certification, and at least one year of patient care experience or PCT/CNA training.