Patient Care Technician: Hands-On Nursing & EKG Support

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

Job summary

Baystate Health in Massachusetts is hiring a Patient Care Technician to support direct patient care, monitor vital signs, perform basic bedside tasks, and assist with EKGs and procedures on the unit.

You will work under RN supervision, manage equipment, document effectively, and communicate with the care team to ensure patient safety and quality of care.

Preferred training includes PCT or CNA programs, and English literacy is essential.

Qualifications

• Proficient in reading and writing in English.
• Able to maintain professional composure in medium to high-stress situations.
• PCT training or CNA training preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides age-appropriate patient care and monitors vital signs.
• Assists with EKGs and basic bedside procedures under RN supervision.
• Manages equipment and assists in procedures on the unit.
• Communicates effectively with the care team and patients to ensure safety and quality care.

Skills

English fluency

Stress management

Education

Non-Graduate (Required)

Job description

Baystate Health in Massachusetts is hiring a Patient Care Technician to support direct patient care, monitor vital signs, perform basic bedside tasks, and assist with EKGs and procedures on the unit.

You will work under RN supervision, manage equipment, document effectively, and communicate with the care team to ensure patient safety and quality of care.

Preferred training includes PCT or CNA programs, and English literacy is essential.