Patient Care Technician- 36 hours, Days

100 Baystate Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 31,000; Full time

Job summary

Baystate Medical Center is seeking a Patient Care Tech (PCT) to support Registered Nurses in day-to-day patient care. The role includes direct patient care, hygiene, mobility, monitoring, and equipment management. The PCT will assist with EKG-related tasks and participate in various unit procedures as directed.

Responsibilities include accurate vital signs, documentation, and aiding in treatment delivery while maintaining patient safety and effective communication with the care team.

Qualifications

• Proficient in reading and writing in English.
• Able to maintain professional composure in medium to high-stress situations.
• Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides age-appropriate care to patients.
• Monitors basic physiological parameters and records vital signs.
• Assists with treatments and procedures per policy; supports nurses and physicians.

Skills

Proficient in reading and writing in E

Effective communication skills

Professional composure

Education

Non-Graduate (Required)

Tools

EKG equipment

Job description

Summary

Summary: Daily activities are coordinated by the Registered Nurse (RN). The PCT will perform a variety of technical tasks and bedside functions. Responsibilities include but are not limited to Direct Patient care; hygiene, skin care, mobility, and monitoring. Will have multi-skills for what is needed on the unit, to perform all duties relative to EKGs. The PCT is expected to manage equipment and perform or assist in all procedures on the unit. The incumbent is expected to perform other similar and related duties as assigned. Daily activities are coordinated by the Registered Nurse (RN). The PCT will perform a variety of technical tasks and bedside functions. Responsibilities include but are not limited to Direct Patient Care; hygiene, skin care, mobility, and monitoring. The PCT is expected to manage equipment and perform or assist in all procedures on the unit.

Job Responsibilities

• 1) Provides age‑appropriate care to patients. Demonstrates the knowledge of developmental stages for the following age groups and applies developmental theories and concepts when implementing care for patients.
• 2) Monitors basic physiological parameters. Takes and records routine vital signs within the specified timeframe as indicated by periodic review of documentation. Obtains and documents weights/heights, abdominal girths, and head circumference (Pediatric Service) as per physician/nurse order 100% of the time as indicated by quarterly review of 5 records. Consistently reports any significant deviations in vital signs as outlined in the procedure immediately. Records and reports, 100% of the time, any change in the patient’s normal drainage pattern, i.e. gastric, wound, blood.
• 3) Administers treatments and procedures per Baystate Health System policy/procedure. Changes dressings within one hour of the specified timeframe per established procedure. Provides post‑mortem care as directed by RN according to Baystate Health system policy. Performs all procedures outlined in the nursing procedure manual within the area of responsibility per specifications. Assists physicians with exams and simple procedures. Assures the patient’s identity by checking the identification bracelet and identification band before performing any procedure.
• 4) Assists patients with the elimination of body wastes. Makes available or offers bedpan, urinal, and emesis basin immediately after patient request as indicated by the absence of patient complaints. Accurately labels and sends specimens of urine, feces, and sputum within 30 minutes of the specified time frame unless discussed with RN as evidenced by random review of reports. Accurately measures and records intake and output per the established policy as indicated by random review of intake and output forms. Administers enemas or Harris Drips as ordered per the established procedure as observed.
• 5) If applicable required to perform Point of Care (POC) testing.
• 6) Assist in the delivery of ancillary services as directed. Assists with treatment by following specified treatment plans developed for individual patients. Monitors patient’s condition during treatment and notifies appropriate personnel of unexpected occurrences. Provides information to RN based upon an observation made during patient‑related care. Provides treatment within the specified time frame. Documents treatments and activities consistently.
• 7) Communicates effectively with team and patients. Interacts with patients in a respectful and informative manner. Communicates information related to patient care to the team. Recognizes culturally based patient and family needs.
• 8) Is knowledgeable of and initiates emergency procedures. Responds effectively in emergencies observed. Maintains Patient safety at all times. Communicated effectively with appropriate personnel.
• 9) Functions as a member of the team Assists team members with clinical activities. Provides feedback related to the team process. Assists team members with non‑clinical activities.
• 10) Competencies and completion and maintenance of clinical recognition program for career ladder level.
• 11) Demonstrates competency for one‑to‑one observation of patients based on department and unit‑specific needs.
• 12) Demonstrates competency in performing EKG based on department and unit‑specific needs.

Required Work Experience

1) None

Preferred Work Experience

1) PCT training or CNA training preferred

Skills and Competencies

• 1) Proficient in reading and writing in English
• 2) Able to maintain professional composure in medium to high‑stress situations
• 3) Effective communication skills

Education

Non‑Graduate (Required)

Certifications

Basic Life Support - American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association, Certified Nurse Aide - OtherOtherOther

Compensation Note

The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non‑exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees.

Pay Ranges

Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum $17.01 - $19.55 - $22.81

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.

About Baystate Health

Baystate Health is a not‑for‑profit, integrated healthcare system with hospitals, physician practices, a health plan and more serving over 800,000 people throughout western New England. Baystate Health is the safety net provider in Western Massachusetts. With roots dating to the founding of Springfield Hospital in 1883, Baystate Health has been providing high‑quality, compassionate and accessible care in the Pioneer Valley for more than 140 years and continues to be a pillar of its community - rooted here, serving here, and helping generations thrive here. With a focus on advancing health for all, Baystate is not only a keystone of the region, it is a national leader in health care. Learn more at BaystateHealth.Org The ever‑growing health system includes six Massachusetts hospitals: Baystate Medical Center in Springfield Baystate Children’s Hospital (located at Baystate Medical Center) Baystate Franklin Medical Center in Greenfield Baystate Wing Hospital in Palmer Baystate Noble Hospital in Westfield Baystate Mercy Hospital in Springfield