Patient Care Technician, Yawkey 6 IMCU, 24 Hours (Nights / Every Other Weekend)

Boston Medical Center (BMC); Boston (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition reimbursement

Medical/dental/vision insurance

Career growth opportunities

Pathways leadership program

Job summary

Boston Medical Center (BMC) is seeking a Patient Care Technician for the Yawkey 6 IMCU Critical Care unit. The role supports RNs with direct patient care, maintains patient comfort, and helps with daily activities in a high-acuity environment.

Responsibilities include vital signs, hygiene assistance, and environmental upkeep to ensure safety and quality outcomes. Evening/night shifts with every-other-weekend schedule are typical. BLS/CPR required and prior acute care experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Current or within 30 days of employment CPR/BLS certification.
• Ability to pass clinical competency testing.
• Physical ability to perform job duties.
• Basic math and computer skills.
• One of: 1 year PCT in acute hospital, nursing program rotations, PCT training, CMA training, EMT/field medic (adult ED).
• Fluency in another language is a plus.
• Prior medical/surgical experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform delegated patient care interventions for patients in Critical Care and their families.
• Clinical tasks include vital signs, bathing, feeding, wound care, hygiene, and emotional support.
• Maintain safe, clean, and properly equipped environment for patients, visitors, and staff in Critical Care.
• Contribute to efficient operation and ensure quality patient/family outcomes.

Skills

BLS/CPR certification

Clinical competency testing

Physical ability

Basic math

Computer proficiency

Language skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Department: Yawkey 6 IMCU

Position: Patient Care Technician

Schedule: 24 Hours (Nights/Every Other Weekend)

ABOUT THE Critical Care/Yawkey 6 IMCU DEPARTMENT AT BOSTON MEDICAL CENTER:

BMC's Medical Step Down unit is a 38-bed unit providing care for intermediate level medical patients. Patients on this unit are complex cardiology and medical patients, pericardial drains patients, TAVR patients, ventilated patients and patients transferred out of the MICU, from floors and ED requiring increased levels of care.

Position Summary

As a Patient Care Technician in our Critical Care department, you will be a key member of the healthcare team at BMC. Under the direction and supervision of the registered nurse (RN) and in accordance with hospital policies, procedures, protocols, and standards of practice, our Patient Care Technicians provide direct clinical and support services. Using our patient-centered care model and uplifted by a supportive nursing organization, you will participate in the delivery of care to our patients and their families. You will also work cooperatively with all healthcare team members to provide a variety of support services to meet patient, family, and staff needs.

Job Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of appropriately delegated patient care interventions for patients in the Critical Care department and their families.
• Clinical services could include, but are not limited to: obtaining vital signs, bathing and feeding, dressing wounds, assisting with hygiene, cleaning rooms and linens, and emotional support.
• Perform a variety of environmental and inventory activities to ensure a safe, clean, and appropriately equipped environment for patients, visitors, and staff in the Critical Care dept.
• Contribute to the efficient operation of the Critical Care dept, ensuring quality patient/family clinical outcomes.

Job Requirements

• A high school diploma or GED certificate
• Certification in basic life support (BLS), including CPR certification (must be current or obtained within 30 days of employment)
• Ability to pass clinical competency testing
• Physical ability to meet job responsibilities
• Basic math and computer proficiency
• One of the following:
  • One year of previous experience as a Patient Care Technician in an acute hospital setting
  • Currently enrolled in a nursing program and have completed two cycles of clinical rotation
  • Completed an approved Patient Care Technician training
  • Completed an approved certified medical assistant training
  • One year of previous experience as an EMT or field medic (considered for adult ED positions only)
• Fluency in another language a plus
• Previous medical/surgical experience preferred

Job Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Tuition reimbursement programs
• Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• High provider-to-patient ratios that often exceed state standards for quality and safety
• Supportive work environment with a focus on training, development, and growth
• Access to Pathways, a leadership acceleration program increasing inclusion and diversity at the leadership level across Boston Medical Center Health System

Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to [e-mail] or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

Compensation Range

$23.19- $27.17

This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans