Patient Care Technician Full Time Nights

Baystate Noble Hospital; Springfield (MA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent compensation

PTO up to 25 days in first year

Continuing education support

Job summary

Baystate Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join the Pediatric ICU team in Springfield, MA. This full-time role (36 hours/week) covers nights (7pm-7:30am) with every third weekend and holiday.

Under RN supervision, the PCT will assist with direct patient care, hygiene, and vital sign monitoring. The role includes phlebotomy, EKGs, specimen collection, and support for procedures and transport.

Qualifications

• PCT or CNA training and BLS CPR certification required.
• Level II requires 1 year of patient care experience and BLS CPR
• Level III/IV require more years or Baystate Health experience and BLS CPR

Responsibilities

• Assist with direct patient care under RN supervision.
• Support hygiene, mobility and monitoring of vital signs.
• Perform phlebotomy, EKGs, specimen collection, and Point-of-Care testing.
• Assist with procedures, patient transport, equipment management, and emergency protocols.

Skills

PCT training

BLS CPR Certification

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

High School diploma or GED

GED or HiSET

Job description

Baystate Health, a nationally recognized leader in healthcare quality and safety, and home to Baystate Medical Center (BMC), is looking for a full-time Patient Care Technician to join our Pediatric ICU team in Springfield, MA.

SCHEDULE

• Full-time, 36 hours a week
• Nights, 7pm-7:30am
• Every Third Weekend and Holiday

Pediatric ICU

We are the region's only Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, we provide advanced medical, surgical, and trauma care for infants, children, and young adults through age 21 in a setting that makes the family the center of care.

We see patients with all types of diagnoses including breathing problems from an infection like pneumonia or bronchiolitis, complications from an underlying disease such as diabetes , ingestion or poisoning , recent surgery - especially neurosurgery, thoracic (chest), abdominal, or major orthopedic, severe asthma or other ongoing breathing illness.

Our PICU has been newly redesigned and has seven private rooms with glass doors we can close to increase privacy while still allowing the staff to visually monitor patients. Patients in the PICU are monitored by state-of-the-art heart and breathing equipment. All of the unit's equipment is designed specifically for the needs of children.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Baystate Health, Patient Care Technicians (PCT) play a hands-on role in delivering compassionate, high-quality care alongside our nursing team. Under the supervision of an RN, you'll assist with direct patient care, including hygiene, mobility, and vital sign monitoring.

PCT's perform a range of clinical tasks such as phlebotomy, EKGs, specimen collection, and Point of Care testing. This role also includes assisting with procedures, patient transport, equipment management, and supporting emergency response protocols.

Strong communication, teamwork, and a commitment to patient safety are essential.

LOCATION

• Baystate Medical Center- 759 Chestnut St.
• Springfield, MA

THE ADVANTAGES OF WORKING WITH BAYSTATE!

• Excellent Compensation High-quality, low-cost medical, dental and vision insurance
• Generous PTO - up to 25 days in the first year, with scheduled earned increases
• Continuing education support and reimbursement
• First Time Home Buyers Financial Packages
• Farm Share Memberships
• 403b retirement company match & annual company contribution increase based on years of service
• Free money coach advice from a certified professional
• Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health
• Pet, home, auto and personal insurance
• Life insurance
• Reimbursement for a variety of wellbeing activities, included but limited to gym membership and equipment, personal trainer, massage and so much more!
• Wellbeing programs that include but are not limited to mental, physical, and financial health
• Baystate Health, western Massachusetts' only academic center and tertiary care provider has a long and proud tradition of continuous learning and improvement. We educate and train hundreds of healthcare workers every year and advance knowledge about new approaches to care. At Baystate Health we know that treating one another with dignity is what elevates respect for our patients and staff. Together our inspired and compassionate teams manage the whole health needs of all communities in need.

QUALIFICATIONS

Level I:

• PCT training or CNA training, preferred
• BLS CPR Certification through American Heart Association, required

Level II:

• High School diploma or GED
• at least one year of patient care experience (this experience can vary in level of long-term care, specialty, acute care, etc.)
• BLS CPR Certification through American Heart Association, required

Level III:

• High School diploma or GED
• Three or more years of patient care experience (this experience can vary in level of long-term care, specialty, acute care, etc.) experience OR at least one year as a level II PCT at Baystate Health
• BLS CPR Certification through American Heart Association, required

Level IV:

• High School Diploma or GED
• 4 or more years of Acute or specialty-specific care setting experience OR at least one year as a level III PCT at Baystate Health
• BLS CPR Certification through American Heart Association, required

We strive to be the place where we can help you build the career you deserve - apply today - YOU belong at Baystate!

OUR COMPENSATION PHILOSOPHY

We offer competitive total compensation that includes pay, benefits, and other recognition programs for our employees. The base pay range shown above considers the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including knowledge/skills; relevant experience and training; education/certifications/licensure; and other business and organizational factors. This base pay range does not include our comprehensive benefits package and any incentive payments that may be applicable to this role.

Education:

GED or HiSET

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