Patient Care Tech (PCT) - ICU

Tenet Healthcare; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Career development

Health savings accounts

Employee assistance

Pet insurance

Legal insurance

Home & auto insurance

Life insurance

Job summary

Saint Vincent Hospital in Worcester, MA is seeking a patient care assistant to support nursing staff and provide comfort to patients. The role involves assisting with personal hygiene, vital signs, and daily activities, under supervision. A high school diploma or GED and CPR certification are required.

Eligible candidates may receive a sign-on bonus up to $2,500. Saint Vincent Hospital emphasizes comprehensive benefits, professional development, and a supportive work environment within Tenet

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist nursing staff with patient care activities and comfort needs.
• Help with personal hygiene, vital signs, and bed linen changes.
• Serve and collect food trays and provide between-meal nourishment.
• Perform other duties as assigned under supervision.
• Report to a registered nurse or supervisor.

Skills

Compassionate patient care

Vital signs monitoring

Education

High school diploma or GED

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 youre dedicated, empathetic, and ready to make a positive impact on patients' lives, we encourage you to apply today and become a crucial part of our caring team!

At Saint Vincent Hospital, 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 $2,500 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.
• Required: Certifications: CPR
• Required: Certifications: CNA license, Home Heath, Nursing Assistant, ENT, or Nursing Student (must have completed 1st round of clinicals)

Organization Description

Saint Vincent Hospital has been providing high-quality healthcare to Worcester and the surrounding communities for more than 125 years. At Saint Vincent Hospital, we believe you should have access to the treatments you need without having to travel far from home. We are proud to have been the first hospital in central Massachusetts to offer robotically assisted surgical procedures and minimally invasive, computer-assisted joint replacements. Some of the distinctions we have received include designations as a Blue Distinction Center for Cardiac Services, Bariatric Surgery, and both Knee and Hip Replacement. We continue to be leaders in advanced treatments like our CyberKnife Radiosurgery, and our Cardiac Rehabilitation Program which offers a unique, specialized approach to overcoming heart health challenges. Healthgrades awarded Saint Vincent Hospital #1 in Cardiology in the state and one of Americas 100 Best Hospitals for Coronary Intervention in 2023 and 2024, which puts Saint Vincent Hospital in the top 5% of hospitals nationwide for coronary intervention. At Saint Vincent Hospital, you can grow your career skills through a wide range of specialties and help support the overall health of our community. Join our team!

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