Per Diem Neuro Care Tech: Patient Care & POC Testing

100 Baystate Medical Center; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Baystate Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurse-led care on the unit. The role covers direct patient care, hygiene, mobility, and monitoring, with multi-skill duties including phlebotomy and EKGs.

The PCT will manage equipment and assist in procedures, contributing to a safe, patient-centered environment. Required: at least one year of patient care experience, GED/HiSET, and Basic Life Support (AHA).

Qualifications

• Proficient in reading and writing in English.
• Able to maintain professional composure in medium to high-stress situations.
• Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provides age-appropriate care to patients.
• Monitors vital signs and records measurements.
• Administers treatments and assists with procedures per policy.
• Assists with hygiene, mobility, and patient comfort.
• Performs point-of-care testing and supports ancillary services.
• Communicates effectively with the team and patients.
• Maintains patient safety and emergency readiness.
• Collaborates with team members on clinical activities.

Skills

English proficiency

Professional composure

Effective communication

Education

GED/HiSET

Job description

Baystate Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to support Registered Nurse-led care on the unit. The role covers direct patient care, hygiene, mobility, and monitoring, with multi-skill duties including phlebotomy and EKGs.

The PCT will manage equipment and assist in procedures, contributing to a safe, patient-centered environment. Required: at least one year of patient care experience, GED/HiSET, and Basic Life Support (AHA).