Patient Care Technician: Vital Signs & Patient Support

Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support nurses and care teams at Beverly Hospital. Under RN supervision, you'll assist with basic patient care, comfort and safety, and help maintain patient dignity.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail and flexibility, with a 32-hour weekly schedule, day shift, and every-other weekend/holiday. CNA is preferred but not required; BLS must be obtained within 90 days.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Ability to read/write and perform basic 4 function math.
• Desire to help people and/or aspire to become a healthcare professional.
• Basic computer skills preferred.
• Medical terminology preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Vital Signs.
• Height and Weight.
• Oxygen Saturation.
• Reporting all unusual observations to the nurse.
• Collecting various specimens for analysis.
• Recording and measuring intake and output.
• Providing patient with personal care and assisting with daily activities.
• Performing basic clinical procedures independently or under the supervision of the RN.
• Provide nutritional needs including assisting and ordering room service, setting up meal trays and feeding.

Skills

Reading & Writing

Basic Math

Desire to Help People

Basic Computer Skills

Medical Terminology (preferred)

BLS within 90 days

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Beth Israel Lahey Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support nurses and care teams at Beverly Hospital. Under RN supervision, you'll assist with basic patient care, comfort and safety, and help maintain patient dignity.

The role emphasizes teamwork, attention to detail and flexibility, with a 32-hour weekly schedule, day shift, and every-other weekend/holiday. CNA is preferred but not required; BLS must be obtained within 90 days.