Patient Care Technician/Med-Surg 36 Hours Rotating

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Boston is seeking a Patient Care Technician to collaborate with a nursing team in delivering quality patient care. Responsibilities include developing care plans, maintaining safety standards for at-risk patients, and providing timely reporting on patient activity. Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and preferably some experience in patient care.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 0-1 years related work experience required.
• Patient care experience strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with a registered nurse on developing a patient’s care plan.
• Maintains the safety of patients identified at risk for preventable injury.
• Reports all patient activity to the registered nurse in a timely manner.

Skills

Collaboration with nursing staff

Patient care experience

Basic computer skills

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Patient Care Technician/Med-Surg 36 Hours Rotating · Employer: Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center · Job Type: Regular · Time Type: Full time · Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America) · FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Job Summary

Collaborates with a nursing team to provide quality patient care.

Essential Responsibilities

• Collaborates with a registered nurse on developing a patient\'s care plan.
• Develops and maintains competencies as delegated by a registered nurse, including sterile dressing changes.
• Maintains the safety of patients identified at risk for preventable injury by implementing nursing safety interventions or using protective devices/equipment under the supervision of the registered nurse.
• Reports all patient activity to the registered nurse in a timely manner.

Required Qualifications

High School diploma or GED required. 0-1 years related work experience required. Patient care experience strongly preferred through any of the following areas: CNA/LNA, MA, ED Tech, EMT, PCT certificate or currently enrolled nursing student who has completed at least one clinical rotation. Completion of BIDMC in-house training program. Allied Health, Pre-Med, and Physician Assistant program candidates. Home Health Aide. Basic familiarity with computers and ability to navigate basic web-based applications.

Competencies

• Decision Making: Ability to make decisions based on specific instructions, standard practices and established procedures with little or no supervision.
• Problem Solving: Ability to address routine problems by following clear directions and procedures and identifying opportunities for process improvements.
• Independence of Action: Ability to follow general instructions and procedures as provided; work is monitored by supervisor/manager.
• Written Communications: Ability to read and write in English to understand safety instructions and take direction from supervisors; communicate with patients, families and staff; respond to basic questions.
• Oral Communications: Ability to understand spoken English to follow safety instructions and take direction; communicate effectively with patients, families and staff in routine questions.
• Knowledge: Demonstrates basic knowledge of fundamental concepts and procedures for routine use; specialized knowledge not required.
• Team Work: Ability to interact respectfully with coworkers and external contacts to offer ideas, obtain information or deliver services.
• Customer Service: Demonstrates a positive attitude and responds to requests in a timely and respectful manner.
• Age-based Competencies: Competent to provide patient care to Neonatal (Birth to 6 months), Young Adult (16-30), Middle Age (30-60), Elderly (60+).

Physical Demands

Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and/or up to 20 pounds frequently. The job is physical in nature and requires standing and movement during the majority of the shift.

Vaccination Requirement

As a health care organization, we require all staff to be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled