Patient Care Technician, PCT - Medical 5

Davita Inc.; Melrose (MA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Melrose is seeking per-diem patient care personnel to deliver excellent care to community members. Responsibilities include providing direct patient support, maintaining documentation, and assisting healthcare professionals. Ideal candidates will have at least a high school diploma, BLS certification, and a commitment to caring for patients in a community hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is necessary.
• Preferred four years of healthcare and nursing service experience.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct care for patients, including hygiene, vital signs, and skin care.
• Documents patient care according to procedure.
• Cooperates with healthcare team members for departmental objectives.

Skills

Patient care

Documentation skills

Communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Company Description

MelroseWakefield Hospital, part of the Tufts Medicine system, has been offering the highest quality and accessible healthcare to the local community for over 130 years. With two hospital campuses, Level III Trauma Center, Level III Special Care Nursery, Breast Health Center, Cardiovascular Center and over 20 locations and 50 specialties, MelroseWakefield Hospital offers many opportunities to grow your career.

If you are passionate about providing care in your local community, come join our team!

Hours: Per-Diem

Minimum Qualifications:

1. High School diploma or equivalent.

3. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Four (4) years of healthcare experience and nursing service experience.

Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listedbelow are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

1. Provides direct care for patients including, but not limited to, personal hygiene, elimination, catheter care, vital signs, and skin care and mobility activities. Documents according to procedure.

2. Reinforces belongings policy with patients and families, documents appropriately, and secures them according to procedure.

3. Provides nutritional support assisting with feedings as needed. Documents I&O and weight as required.

4. Performs selected and therapeutic procedures as outlined in competency and skills check list.

5. Cooperates with members of the healthcare team to achieve departmental objectives and maintain good employee, inter-departmental and public relations.

6. Sets up equipment for and/or assists physicians/clinicians with treatments, dressings, tests, etc., as assigned.

7. Performs 12 lead EKG. Documents patient information on EKG sheet. Gives EKG promptly to appropriate nurse or physician.

About MelroseWakefield Hospital:

MelroseWakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford are two campuses with one community in mind: the people of north suburban Boston. MelroseWakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital are distinguished by the range of high-quality clinical care and services. Our teams welcome everyone with hospitality and humanity. We focus on reducing health disparities through 40+ local health programs across a system of hospitals, urgent care locations, outpatient services, and community physicians.

Core to our values, MelroseWakefield Hospital's commitment to community is demonstrated by our many local health programs throughout our service area and participation in partnerships with community agencies and events, and education programs in more than 10 communities to support the wellness and health of our residents.

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at [e-mail].