Patient Care Tech (PCT) - Float Pool

Tenet Healthcare; Framingham (MA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Career development

Health savings accounts

Employee assistance

Employee discounts

Pet insurance

Legal insurance

Critical illness insurance

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare in Massachusetts is seeking a patient care support professional to assist nursing staff with essential patient care tasks and comfort measures. The role includes helping with hygiene, taking vitals, and preparing supplies, with a potential sign-on bonus for eligible candidates.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED and CPR; CNA/home health/Nursing Assistant credentials are preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Certifications: CPR and CNA/Home Health/Nursing Assistant (complete first clinicals).
• Healthcare experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing service personnel with patient care and comfort.
• Assist with personal hygiene and vital signs.
• Change bed linens and serve meals, provide between-meal nourishment.

Skills

CPR certification

CNA license

Vital signs

Personal hygiene assistance

Patient comfort

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Home Health

Job description

Overview

Be the heart of compassionate care in a patient care support role with us! In this vital role, you'll provide essential assistance and comfort to patients, ensuring they receive the best possible experience during their healthcare journey. If you're dedicated, empathetic, and ready to make a positive impact on patients' lives,

At Metrowest Medical Center - Consolidated, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

Up to $5,000 Sign-on Bonus Based on Eligibility

Assists nursing service personnel with a variety of patient care activities and related services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. Assists with personal hygiene, takes vital signs, and changes bed linens. May serve and collect food trays, provide for between-meal nourishment, and clean, sterilize, store, and prepare other supplies. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field.

Responsibilities

• Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
• Works under immediate supervision.
• Typically reports to a registered nurse or supervisor.
• Assists nursing service personnel with a variety of patient care activities and related services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients
• Assists with personal hygiene, takes vital signs, and changes bed linens
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Required:
  • Education: High school diploma or GED.
  • Certifications:
    • CPR
    • CNA license, Home Heath, Nursing Assistant, ENT, or Nursing Student (must have completed 1st round of clinicals)

Organization Description

MetroWest Medical Center has been serving the community since we opened as the first public medical facility in Framingham in 1893. MetroWest Medical Center is comprised of Framingham Union Hospital and Leonard Morse Hospital, a unique behavioral health specialty center located in Natick dedicated to the mental health of our community. At Framingham Union Hospital, youll find comprehensive health care services for the entire family including 24-hour emergency care, advanced cardiac care, high-tech cancer treatments and advanced maternity care including our Special Care Level IIB nursery and high-risk pregnancy care. MetroWest Medical Center was recognized by the Joint Commission with a Gold Seal of Approval, a symbol of quality that reflects our commitment to meeting performance standards and providing safe and effective patient care. Our skilled cardiac team was recognized as one of Healthgrades Americas 100 best hospitals for Coronary Intervention and ranked among the top 5% in the nation for coronary interventional procedures in 2023. At MetroWest Medical Center, you can grow your career skills and be a vital member of our team dedicated to improving the health of our community. Join us!

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