Per Diem Float Pool PCT — Flexible, Cross-Unit Care (Western MA)

Baystate Health; Springfield (MA); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No on-call

Competitive pay differentials

Job summary

Baystate Health is seeking experienced Patient Care Technicians for its Float Pool across Western Massachusetts. The role involves direct patient care, vital signs monitoring, and support across multiple clinical areas, with facility or system-wide float options.

Qualifications include a GED or HiSET, 24+ months of relevant experience, and BLS certification. Compensation varies by assignment and facility, with no on-call requirement for many shifts.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Relevant clinical or patient care experience: at least 24 months.
• Ability to work in all areas within the assigned grouping.
• CPR/BLS certification prior to start.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, age-appropriate patient care and assist with daily living activities.
• Monitor vital signs, document data, and report changes to nursing staff.
• Assist with treatments, dressing changes, specimen collection, and POCT.
• Provide one-to-one observation and respond to emergencies; collaborate with the team.

Skills

Direct patient care

CPR/BLS

Adaptability

Education

GED or HiSET

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) experience

Medical Assistant (MA) experience

Home Health Aide (HHA) experience

Patient Care Assistant (PCA) experience

Job description

Baystate Health is seeking experienced Patient Care Technicians for its Float Pool across Western Massachusetts. The role involves direct patient care, vital signs monitoring, and support across multiple clinical areas, with facility or system-wide float options.

Qualifications include a GED or HiSET, 24+ months of relevant experience, and BLS certification. Compensation varies by assignment and facility, with no on-call requirement for many shifts.