patient care technician i

UPMC

<div><div><p>Patient Care Technician I<br>
7E Neurology<br>
1.0 full-time, evening shifts with rotation + every other weekend/holiday rotation<br>
Shifts: 3:00 PM to 11:30 PM (40 hours/week)<br>
Posted: 3/12/2026</p><p>
</p><p><b>Launch Your Healthcare Career with UPMC Altoona!</b></p><p>
Are you ready to make a real difference in patients&rsquo; lives while building a rewarding career in healthcare? UPMC Altoona is seeking compassionate and motivated individuals to join our team as Patient Care Technician I. This is more than just a job&mdash;it&rsquo;s an opportunity to grow, learn, and be part of a supportive environment where every day brings meaningful impact.</p><p>
Whether you&rsquo;re starting out or looking to expand your skills, we provide comprehensive training for entry-level candidates, ensuring you have the tools and confidence to succeed. As a Patient Care Technician, you&rsquo;ll play a vital role in delivering hands-on care, supporting nurses and patients, and contributing to a culture of excellence and compassion.</p><p><b><br>
Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Demonstrates awareness of behavior on the efficient functioning of the department.</li><li>
Complies with safety policies and procedures including standard precautions and understand policies and procedures for blood borne pathogen exposure.</li><li>
Assures equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department.</li><li>
Establishes appropriate and effective communication strategies.</li><li>
Responds within the scope of the nursing assistant role to emergent situations.</li><li>
Takes action to improve knowledge, skills, and performance.</li><li>
Provides feedback to the RN regarding patient care and report changes in patient status.</li><li>
Strictly adheres to all policies and practices relative to patient care and hospital related information.</li><li>
Assumes responsibility for assignment and views problems as challenges.</li><li>
Identifies and communicates learning needs to the unit director.</li><li>
Establishes professional and respectful interpersonal relationships.</li><li>
Maintains an environment conducive to patient safety and recovery including, but not limited to, completing safety checks, keeping the department and patient rooms clean and organized, cleaning department specific equipment, changing bed linens, emptying linen hampers, keeping hallways clear of equipment and returning equipment.</li><li>
Requests assistance in planning and prioritizing activities as needed. Participate in self-review as requested by the unit director.</li><li>
Suggests and support changes within the department.</li><li>
Contributes to the universal unit activities including, but not limited to, responding to call lights and telephones, passing meal trays, and transporting patients.</li><li>
Provides direct patient care as directed by the RN including all activities of daily living such as bathing, feeding, transporting, toileting and ambulating patients.</li><li>
Acquires and distribute supplies and equipment to facilitate patient care delivery including, but not limited to, performing messenger functions, ordering, charging/crediting supplies, setting up patient care equipment within the scope of the nursing assistant position and stocking patient rooms and unit supply areas.</li><li>
Performs routine tests such as blood glucose monitoring, patient weights, vital signs and I&amp;Os.</li><li>
Constructively receives feedback and direction.</li><li>
Provides companionship/supervision one in one with patients as required.</li><li>
Delivers patient nourishments, fill water pitchers and distribute patient mail.</li><li>
May apply, monitor, and remove patient restraints as per physician or hospital protocol. Provide diversion activities to reduce or prevent use of restraints.</li><li>
Documents in the medical record according to established procedures.</li></ul></div><div><p><b>
Experience Required:</b></p><ul><li>
None</li><li>
Direct patient care experience is preferred but not required.</li></ul><p><b>
Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>
High school diploma or equivalent.</li><li>
If no previous hospital or pre-hospital training, successful completion of UPMC patient care technician class OR successful completion of the first year of clinical work in a nursing program.</li><li>
Successful completion of basic information system training.</li><li>
Microcomputer experience preferred.</li><li>
Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in writing.</li><li>
Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Paramedic or currently enrolled in an EMT or Paramedic program preferred.</li>
Access to medications is limited to the distribution of the medication to the nurse.<br>
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</li></ul><p><b>Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:</b></p><ul><li>
CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire</li><li>
Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)</li><li>
Act 34</li></ul><p><b><br>
UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran</b></p></div></div>

Patient Care Technician I - 7E Neurology

Baptist Health Care

<div>Under the direct supervision of licensed personnel, the patient care technician performs a variety of routine duties to assist the nursing staff in the delivery of patient care. This position spends the majority of his or her time interacting with, assisting, and supporting our patients. Along with ensuring a safe environment, this position develops with each individual a therapeutic relationship which is critical in the healing process.
<p><b>What you will do</b></p><ul><li>
Responsibilities may include, but is not limited to assisting with ambulating and mobilization of patients, taking and recording the patient&rsquo;s vital signs (i.e., BP, Temperature, Pulse, Respirations, &amp; O2 sat), weighing patients, assisting with personal hygiene / AM Care (i.e., Oral Care, Bathing the patient, etc.), assisting with bedpans and toileting, catheter care, empty drains, turning bedridden patients or patients that need assistance with turning, linen changes, assisting with meal preparation, feeding patients, I&amp;O, light cleaning and organizing of patients room, answering call lights, and relaying pertinent information to the nurse.</li><li>
Demonstrates the skills and judgment necessary to provide direct care to patients in collaboration with licensed personnel.</li><li>
Performs all responsibilities/duties required by the department/division, as defined in the scope of service, to ensure that the unique nature of the client is addressed including: Sitting with patients and sitting with Baker Acted Patients.</li><li>
Maintains up-to-date and accurate documentation of data collected.</li><li>
Assumes clerical duties necessary to assist the healthcare team to provide patient care.</li><li>
Maintains supplies/inventory for department.</li><li>
Receives and directs phone calls and serves as the receptionist for the department.</li></ul><p><b>
Minimum Education</b></p><ul><li>
High School Diploma or Equivalent Required</li></ul><p><b><br>
Licenses and Certifications</b></p><ul><li>
BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS) American Heart Association Upon Hire Required</li><li>
Certified Patient Care Technician (APCT_ASPT) Upon Hire Preferred</li></ul><p><b><br>
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities</b></p><br>
<ul><li>
Effective communication skills.</li><li>
Basic computer knowledge.</li><li>
Ability to accurately screen and triage acute patients</li><li>
Ability to sit for extended periods of time.</li><li>
Strong interpersonal and team skills</li><li>
Knowledge of basic medical terminology.</li><li>
Excellent customer service skills.</li><li>
Excellent organizational skills required.</li><li>
Knowledge of acceptable ranges of blood pressure, pulse, oxygen saturation and EKG.</li><li>
Ability to document and utilize electronic health record applications.</li><li>
Empathy and excellent listening skills.</li><li>
Ability to deal appropriately with confidential information.</li></ul><p>
Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The organization includes three hospitals, four medical parks, Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic &amp; Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network. With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida.</p><br>
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Baptist Health Care, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. BHC maintains and enforces a policy that prohibits discrimination against any workforce members or applicants for employment because of sex, race, age, color, disability, marital status, national origin, religion, genetic information, or other category protected by federal, state or local law.</p></div>

Patient Care Technician I - Jay/PRN, Nights

Allegheny Health Network

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Company :
</b></h2>Allegheny Health Network
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Description :
</b></h2><p><b>GENERAL OVERVIEW:
</b></p><p>This job provides direct care to patients and assists with non-direct patient care unit coordination. The incumbent in this position is expected to perform basic nursing procedures related to care and comfort of patients in stable condition, and have knowledge of patient population needs in the assigned work area. In addition, the incumbent is expected to assist the RN in the care of acutely ill patients. They is expected to practice medical asepsis, respect the dignity and privacy with every patient and family, and to maintain objectivity during patient care. They are expected to know and adhere to all basic hospital policies and procedures, and respond appropriately during emergency situations. They is expected to maintain the patient/family environment and perform general unit upkeep. They is expected to use accurate verbal and written communication, and to document patient care appropriately in the electronic medical record. The incumbent works under the general supervision of the Registered Nurse for patients in stable condition. Will work under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse in the care of the acutely ill and/or complex patient. The incumbent receives specific work assignments from the Charge Nurse and/or Care Team Leader which are both written &amp; verbal and is expected to demonstrate evidence of efficient time management by completing the work within the scheduled time. In addition to clinical responsibilities, the incumbent is expected to perform a variety of duties related to the coordination of activities on the inpatient unit. This includes activities related to patient admissions, discharges, and transfers.<br>
</p><p></p><p><b>ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
</b></p><ul><li>Provides, obtains or performs and documents direct patient care and activities such as: activities of daily living, skin survey, vital signs, ambulation, specimen collection, intake and output, meal consumption, height and weight, blood glucose testing/monitoring, point of care testing, bladder scanning, transporting of patients and their medical record, documentation of O2, early mobilization and ambulation protocols, assistance with exam, treatments and procedures. (30%)
</li><li>Participates in quality and patient satisfaction initiatives which may include bedside shift report, purposeful hourly rounding promoting safety such as falls prevention, hand washing, isolation protocols and maintaining a clean and orderly environment. (30%)
</li><li>Accurately documents vital signs, weights, I&amp;O, restraints, specimen collection, and all other treatments. Report changes in patient's physical, mental and emotional conditions, as well as any issues or concerns identified to nursing staff. (20%)
</li><li>Participates in unit activity such as supply stocking and equipment/appliance cleaning, checks and retrieval. (20%)
</li><li>Performs other duties as assigned or required.
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>QUALIFICATIONS:
</b></p><p>Minimum
</p><ul><li>High School Diploma or GED
</li><li>Limited or no experience: Must be able to attend 2 weeks of training
</li><li>Ability to read, write and follow oral and written instructions
</li><li>Ability to perform basic mathematics
</li><li>Basic computer skills
</li><li>CPR &ndash; American Heart Association
</li><li>Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
</li><li>Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
</li><li>Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
</li></ul><p>Preferred
</p><ul><li>Acute care experience with in the last 3 years
</li><li>Currently enrolled in ASN or BSN program. Preference given to those enrolled in Associates or Bachelor&rsquo;s degree Nursing programs and completed at least one clinical rotation
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>**Working Schedule**
</b></p><p><b>Full Time Steady Nights: </b>Please note that this role is a <b>36 hours per week </b>with <b>3 x 12 work Shift. </b>You will need to be flexible to work, <b>weekend </b>and <b>holiday </b>coverage.
</p><p></p><p><b><i>Disclaimer: </i></b><i>The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.<br>
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<b><i>Compliance Requirement </i></b><i>: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.<br>
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<i>As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company&rsquo;s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.
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<i>Furthermore, it is every employee&rsquo;s responsibility to comply with the company&rsquo;s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.
</i></p><p></p><p>Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
</p><p></p><p>We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below.
</p><p></p><p>For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at HRServices@highmarkhealth.org
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Patient Care Technician I / Night - Full Time - Telemetry - SVH

UMass Memorial Health

<div><div><div>Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account.</div></div><div></div><div>
Exemption Status:</div>
Non-Exempt<div></div><div>
Hiring Range:</div>
$15.00 - $24.49<div>
Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate&rsquo;s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.</div><div></div><div>
Schedule Details:</div>
Holidays - Every Third Holiday, Weekends - Every Third Weekend<div></div><div>
Scheduled Hours:</div>
19-07<div></div><div>
Shift:</div>
3 - Night Shift, 12 Hours (United States of America)<div></div><div>
Hours:</div>
24<div></div><div>
Cost Center:</div>
24050 - 1410 Flex Unit<div></div><div>
This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.</div><div></div><div>
Everyone Is a Caregiver</div><div></div><div>
At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver &ndash; regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.</div><div></div>
Under the direction of the appropriate licensed clinician, the Patient Care Technician I performs a variety of patient care activities. Receives workplace education and training to assist members of the healthcare team in the care of patients.<div></div><div>
I. Major Responsibilities:<br>
1. Provides clear, timely communication to the RN regarding observations and changes seen in patients. Examples, but not limited to changes in skin condition, vital signs, and/or mental status.<br>
2. Provides constant observation of high-risk patients as assigned by the Resource Nurse or designee.<br>
3. Participates in the development and maintenance of a safe environment. Works to utilize interventions to de-escalate patients and if unsuccessful participates in restraints in accordance with training and education as directed.<br>
4. Assists patient with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, ambulating, meals and nourishment.<br>
5. Assists in moving, lifting, positioning, and transporting patients by utilizing proper safety techniques and body mechanics in all work-related activities.</div><div><br>
II. Position Qualifications:</div><div>
Patient Care Technician I</div><div>
License/Certification/Education:<br>
Required:<br>
1. Minimum of a high school education or GED.<br>
2. Basic Life Support certification within 30-days as a condition of employment.</div><div>
Experience/Skills:<br>
Required:<br>
1. Ability to read, write and communicate in English in a clear and concise manner.<br>
2. Basic computer skills<br>
3. Basic Medical Terminology knowledge.<br>
4. Must be able to remain calm when under stress or in emergency situations</div><div><br>
Patient Care Technician II<br>
License/Certification/Education:<br>
Required:<br>
1. Minimum of a high school education or GED.<br>
2. Current Basic Life Support.</div><div>
Experience/Skills:<br>
Required:<br>
1. Demonstrated competency attainment in the Patient Care Technician I level, work a minimum of 800 hours and at least 6 months as a PCA I.<br>
2. Prior inpatient/outpatient care experience or clinical care training.<br>
3. Ability to read, write and communicate in English in a clear and concise manner.<br>
4. Medical Terminology.<br>
5. Computer skills.<br>
6. Strong interpersonal skills to gather information from individuals, build relationships that support collaborative work within the department and across the organization and provide exceptional service to patients.<br>
7. Must have proven problem-solving abilities for routine situations.<br>
8. Must be able to remain calm when under stress or in emergency situations.</div><div></div><div>
Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.</div><div><br>
III. Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions:<br>
Position requires work indoors in a patient care environment.<br>
Hand dexterity, hearing and vision ability to take direction from a patient or provider, adjust equipment, observe and describe patient observations. Must be able to lift, up to 50 pounds. Work is of heavy demand, standing and walking most of the time with the possibility of pushing heavy equipment and bending frequently.</div><div>
For TA Purposes:</div><div></div><div>
PCA II -</div><div></div><div>
Under the direction of the appropriate licensed clinician, and in keeping with unit specific standards, provides patient care to meet the personal needs and comfort of patients; and assists members of the healthcare team. In order to become a PCT II a caregiver must meet the full competencies outlined by the Nursing Professional Practice.<br>
As an integral member of the patient care team, serves both internal and external customers including patients, nurses, physicians and other colleagues who support the delivery of care and services.<br>
Job Description<br>
Job Description<br>
I. Major Responsibilities:<br>
1. Provides clear, timely communication to the RN regarding observations and changes seen in patients. Examples, but not limited to changes in skin condition, vital signs, and/or mental status.<br>
2. Provides constant observation of high-risk patients as assigned by the Resource Nurse or designee.<br>
3. Participates in the development and maintenance of a safe environment. Works to utilize interventions to de-escalate patients and if unsuccessful participates in restraints in accordance with training and education as directed.<br>
4. Assists patient with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, ambulating, meals and nourishment.<br>
5. Assists in moving, lifting, positioning and transporting patients by utilizing proper safety techniques and body mechanics in all work-related activities.<br>
6. Maintains patient safety by performing patient safety checks, utilizing fall prevention alternative devices/strategies as directed, and following the Restraint Policy standards when caring for a restrained patient.<br>
7. Takes and records vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure and pulse oxymetry). Measures and records patients&rsquo; height and weight.<br>
8. Performs EKG&rsquo;s, performs Point of Care (POC) tests and bladder scanning according to hospital standards. Collects, labels and prepares specimens for transport to lab.<br>
9. Phlebotomy in certain locations.<br>
10. Performs other selected unit specific procedures such as battery changes for telemetry units, checking status of unit equipment, cleaning equipment between patients and proper storage of supplies.<br>
11. Assists RN/Licensed Independent Practitioner with treatments and procedures by preparing patient; obtaining and setting up equipment and supplies, such as intravenous and hemodynamic lines, and utilize sterile technique when indicated. Help in positioning the patient and providing the patient with emotional support. Clean up equipment and supplies following the treatment and/or procedure.<br>
12. Observes, measures, records oral food and fluid intake. Sets up full strength tube feeding solutions and refills tube feeding bags as directed. Empties and records output, as approved, from a variety of sources, e.g., Foley catheter, ostomy appliances and drainage systems. Performs ostomy care on established ostomate patients as directed.<br>
13. Demonstrates sensitivity and responsiveness to patients&rsquo; needs by acting as a source of information and approaches all interactions with the intention of building positive rapport and relationships.<br>
14. Provides respectful, culturally and age-appropriate communication with patients, staff, family, visitors and others.<br>
15. Replenishes patient and unit supplies and equipment.<br>
16. Requests assistance from identified resources when more direction is needed.<br>
17. Keeps current with hospital and unit changes by reading communication boards and/or books, bulletin boards, posted notices and reads and responds to UMMHC e mails on a regular basis.<br>
18. Has the ability to precept new Patient Care Technicians.</div><div>
Standard Staffing Level Responsibilities:<br>
1. Complies with established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives.<br>
2. Attends variety of meetings, conferences, seminars as required or directed.<br>
3. Demonstrates use of Quality Improvement in daily operations.<br>
4. Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements.<br>
5. Respects diverse views and approaches, demonstrates Standards of Respect, and contributes to creating and maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients, and visitors.<br>
6. Maintains, regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.<br>
7. Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.</div><div>
All responsibilities are essential job functions.</div><div>
II. Position Qualifications:</div><div>
License/Certification/Education:<br>
Required:<br>
1. Minimum of a high school education or GED.<br>
2. Current Basic Life Support.</div><div>
Experience/Skills:<br>
Required:<br>
1. Demonstrated competency attainment in the Patient Care Technician I level, work a minimum of 800 hours and at least 6 months as a PCA I.<br>
2. Prior inpatient/outpatient care experience or clinical care training.<br>
3. Ability to read, write and communicate in English in a clear and concise manner.<br>
4. Medical Terminology.<br>
5. Computer skills.<br>
6. Strong interpersonal skills to gather information from individuals, build relationships that support collaborative work within the department and across the organization and provide exceptional service to patients.<br>
7. Must have proven problem-solving abilities for routine situations.<br>
8. Must be able to remain calm when under stress or in emergency situations.</div><div>
Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.<br>
Department-specific competencies and their measurements will be developed and maintained in the individual departments. The competencies will be maintained and attached to the departmental job description. Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents.</div><div>
III. Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions:<br>
Position requires work indoors in a patient care environment.<br>
Hand dexterity, hearing and vision ability to take direction from a patient or provider, adjust equipment, observe and describe patient observations. Must be able to lift, up to 50 pounds. Work is of heavy demand, standing and walking most of the time with the possibility of pushing heavy equipment and bending frequently.</div><div></div><div><br>
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.</div><div></div><div>
We&rsquo;re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health &ndash; for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.</div><div></div><div>
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.</div><div></div><div>
If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.</div></div><div></div>

Patient Care Technician (PCT), Flex Unit, Nights, 24 HPW

<div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account.</b></h1><p></p><p><b>
Exemption Status:</b></p>
Non-Exempt<p></p><p><b>
Hiring Range:</b></p>
$15.00 - $24.49<p>
Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate&rsquo;s <b>experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations</b>.</p><p></p><p><b>
Schedule Details:</b></p>
Holidays - One Major Summer Holiday, Holidays - One Major Winter Holiday<p></p><p><b>
Scheduled Hours:</b></p>
Flexible<p></p><p><b>
Shift:</b></p>
4 - Mixed Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)<p></p><p><b>
Hours:</b></p>
0<p></p><p><b>
Cost Center:</b></p>
24050 - 1420 Progressive Care<p></p><p>
This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.</p><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Everyone Is a Caregiver</b></h1><p></p><p>
At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver &ndash; regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.</p><p></p>
Under the direction of the appropriate licensed clinician, the Patient Care Technician I performs a variety of patient care activities. Receives workplace education and training to assist members of the healthcare team in the care of patients.<p></p><div><div>
Job Description</div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>
I. Major Responsibilities:</b><br>
1. Provides clear, timely communication to the RN regarding observations and changes seen in patients. Examples, but not limited to changes in skin condition, vital signs, and/or mental status.<br>
2. Provides constant observation of high-risk patients as assigned by the Resource Nurse or designee.<br>
3. Participates in the development and maintenance of a safe environment. Works to utilize interventions to de-escalate patients and if unsuccessful participates in restraints in accordance with training and education as directed.<br>
4. Assists patient with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, ambulating, meals and nourishment.<br>
5. Assists in moving, lifting, positioning, and transporting patients by utilizing proper safety techniques and body mechanics in all work-related activities.</p><p><b><br>
II. Position Qualifications:</b></p><p><b>
Patient Care Technician I</b></p><p><b>
License/Certification/Education:</b><br>
<b>Required:</b><br>
1. Minimum of a high school education or GED.<br>
2. Basic Life Support certification within 30-days as a condition of employment.</p><p><b>
Experience/Skills:</b><br>
<b>Required:</b><br>
1. Ability to read, write and communicate in English in a clear and concise manner.<br>
2. Basic computer skills<br>
3. Basic Medical Terminology knowledge.<br>
4. Must be able to remain calm when under stress or in emergency situations</p><p><b><br>
Patient Care Technician II</b><br>
<b>License/Certification/Education:</b><br>
<b>Required:</b><br>
1. Minimum of a high school education or GED.<br>
2. Current Basic Life Support.</p><p><b>
Experience/Skills:</b><br>
<b>Required:</b><br>
1. Demonstrated competency attainment in the Patient Care Technician I level, work a minimum of 800 hours and at least 6 months as a PCA I.<br>
2. Prior inpatient/outpatient care experience or clinical care training.<br>
3. Ability to read, write and communicate in English in a clear and concise manner.<br>
4. Medical Terminology.<br>
5. Computer skills.<br>
6. Strong interpersonal skills to gather information from individuals, build relationships that support collaborative work within the department and across the organization and provide exceptional service to patients.<br>
7. Must have proven problem-solving abilities for routine situations.<br>
8. Must be able to remain calm when under stress or in emergency situations.</p><p></p><p>
Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.</p><p><b><br>
III. Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions:</b><br>
Position requires work indoors in a patient care environment.<br>
Hand dexterity, hearing and vision ability to take direction from a patient or provider, adjust equipment, observe and describe patient observations. Must be able to lift, up to 50 pounds. Work is of heavy demand, standing and walking most of the time with the possibility of pushing heavy equipment and bending frequently.</p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p>
For TA Purposes:</p><p></p><p>
PCA II -</p><p></p><p>
Under the direction of the appropriate licensed clinician, and in keeping with unit specific standards, provides patient care to meet the personal needs and comfort of patients; and assists members of the healthcare team. In order to become a PCT II a caregiver must meet the full competencies outlined by the Nursing Professional Practice.<br>
As an integral member of the patient care team, serves both internal and external customers including patients, nurses, physicians and other colleagues who support the delivery of care and services.<br>
Job Description<br>
Job Description<br>
I. Major Responsibilities:<br>
1. Provides clear, timely communication to the RN regarding observations and changes seen in patients. Examples, but not limited to changes in skin condition, vital signs, and/or mental status.<br>
2. Provides constant observation of high-risk patients as assigned by the Resource Nurse or designee.<br>
3. Participates in the development and maintenance of a safe environment. Works to utilize interventions to de-escalate patients and if unsuccessful participates in restraints in accordance with training and education as directed.<br>
4. Assists patient with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, ambulating, meals and nourishment.<br>
5. Assists in moving, lifting, positioning and transporting patients by utilizing proper safety techniques and body mechanics in all work-related activities.<br>
6. Maintains patient safety by performing patient safety checks, utilizing fall prevention alternative devices/strategies as directed, and following the Restraint Policy standards when caring for a restrained patient.<br>
7. Takes and records vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure and pulse oxymetry). Measures and records patients&rsquo; height and weight.<br>
8. Performs EKG&rsquo;s, performs Point of Care (POC) tests and bladder scanning according to hospital standards. Collects, labels and prepares specimens for transport to lab.<br>
9. Phlebotomy in certain locations.<br>
10. Performs other selected unit specific procedures such as battery changes for telemetry units, checking status of unit equipment, cleaning equipment between patients and proper storage of supplies.<br>
11. Assists RN/Licensed Independent Practitioner with treatments and procedures by preparing patient; obtaining and setting up equipment and supplies, such as intravenous and hemodynamic lines, and utilize sterile technique when indicated. Help in positioning the patient and providing the patient with emotional support. Clean up equipment and supplies following the treatment and/or procedure.<br>
12. Observes, measures, records oral food and fluid intake. Sets up full strength tube feeding solutions and refills tube feeding bags as directed. Empties and records output, as approved, from a variety of sources, e.g., Foley catheter, ostomy appliances and drainage systems. Performs ostomy care on established ostomate patients as directed.
<br>
13. Demonstrates sensitivity and responsiveness to patients&rsquo; needs by acting as a source of information and approaches all interactions with the intention of building positive rapport and relationships.<br>
14. Provides respectful, culturally and age-appropriate communication with patients, staff, family, visitors and others.<br>
15. Replenishes patient and unit supplies and equipment.<br>
16. Requests assistance from identified resources when more direction is needed.<br>
17. Keeps current with hospital and unit changes by reading communication boards and/or books, bulletin boards, posted notices and reads and responds to UMMHC e mails on a regular basis.<br>
18. Has the ability to precept new Patient Care Technicians.</p><p>
Standard Staffing Level Responsibilities:<br>
1. Complies with established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives.<br>
2. Attends variety of meetings, conferences, seminars as required or directed.<br>
3. Demonstrates use of Quality Improvement in daily operations.<br>
4. Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements.<br>
5. Respects diverse views and approaches, demonstrates Standards of Respect, and contributes to creating and maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients, and visitors.<br>
6. Maintains, regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.<br>
7. Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.</p><p>
All responsibilities are essential job functions.</p><p>
II. Position Qualifications:</p><p>
License/Certification/Education:<br>
Required:<br>
1. Minimum of a high school education or GED.<br>
2. Current Basic Life Support.</p><p>
Experience/Skills:<br>
Required:<br>
1. Demonstrated competency attainment in the Patient Care Technician I level, work a minimum of 800 hours and at least 6 months as a PCA I.<br>
2. Prior inpatient/outpatient care experience or clinical care training.<br>
3. Ability to read, write and communicate in English in a clear and concise manner.<br>
4. Medical Terminology.<br>
5. Computer skills.<br>
6. Strong interpersonal skills to gather information from individuals, build relationships that support collaborative work within the department and across the organization and provide exceptional service to patients.<br>
7. Must have proven problem-solving abilities for routine situations.<br>
8. Must be able to remain calm when under stress or in emergency situations.</p><p>
Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.<br>
Department-specific competencies and their measurements will be developed and maintained in the individual departments. The competencies will be maintained and attached to the departmental job description. Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents.</p><p>
III. Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions:<br>
Position requires work indoors in a patient care environment.<br>
Hand dexterity, hearing and vision ability to take direction from a patient or provider, adjust equipment, observe and describe patient observations. Must be able to lift, up to 50 pounds. Work is of heavy demand, standing and walking most of the time with the possibility of pushing heavy equipment and bending frequently.</p><p></p><p><br>
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.</p><p></p><p>
We&rsquo;re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health &ndash; for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.</p><p></p><p>
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.</p><p></p><p>
If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.</p></div><p></p>

Patient Care Technician/PCT, Foster Wing, Per Diem (PD)

<div><div>Are you a current UMass Memorial Health caregiver? <div>Apply now through Workday.</div></div><div></div><div>
Exemption Status:</div>
Non-Exempt<div></div><div>
Hiring Range:</div>
$18.92 - $30.80<div>
Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate&rsquo;s experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.</div><div></div><div>
Schedule Details:</div>
Holidays - Every Other Holiday, Weekends - Every Other Weekend<div></div><div>
Scheduled Hours:</div>
645am - 315pm<div></div><div>
Shift:</div>
1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)<div></div><div>
Hours:</div>
32<div></div><div>
Cost Center:</div>
10010 - 0215 West 2<div></div><div>
Union:</div>
SHARE (State Healthcare and Research Employees)<div></div><div>
This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.</div><div></div><div>
Everyone Is a Caregiver</div><div></div><div>
At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver &ndash; regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.</div><div></div>
Under the direction of the appropriate licensed clinician, and in keeping with unit specific standards, provides patient care to meet the personal needs and comfort of patients; and assists members of the healthcare team. In order to become a PCT II a caregiver must meet the full competencies outlined by the Nursing Professional Practice.<br>
As an integral member of the patient care team, serves both internal and external customers including patients, nurses, physicians and other colleagues who support the delivery of care and services.<div></div><div>
I. Major Responsibilities:<br>
1. Provides clear, timely communication to the RN regarding observations and changes seen in patients. Examples, but not limited to changes in skin condition, vital signs, and/or mental status.<br>
2. Provides constant observation of high-risk patients as assigned by the Resource Nurse or designee.<br>
3. Participates in the development and maintenance of a safe environment. Works to utilize interventions to de-escalate patients and if unsuccessful participates in restraints in accordance with training and education as directed.<br>
4. Assists patient with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, ambulating, meals and nourishment.<br>
5. Assists in moving, lifting, positioning and transporting patients by utilizing proper safety techniques and body mechanics in all work-related activities.<br>
6. Maintains patient safety by performing patient safety checks, utilizing fall prevention alternative devices/strategies as directed, and following the Restraint Policy standards when caring for a restrained patient.<br>
7. Takes and records vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure and pulse oxymetry). Measures and records patients&rsquo; height and weight.<br>
8. Performs EKG&rsquo;s, performs Point of Care (POC) tests and bladder scanning according to hospital standards. Collects, labels and prepares specimens for transport to lab.<br>
9. Phlebotomy in certain locations.<br>
10. Performs other selected unit specific procedures such as battery changes for telemetry units, checking status of unit equipment, cleaning equipment between patients and proper storage of supplies.<br>
11. Assists RN/Licensed Independent Practitioner with treatments and procedures by preparing patient; obtaining and setting up equipment and supplies, such as intravenous and hemodynamic lines, and utilize sterile technique when indicated. Help in positioning the patient and providing the patient with emotional support. Clean up equipment and supplies following the treatment and/or procedure.<br>
12. Observes, measures, records oral food and fluid intake. Sets up full strength tube feeding solutions and refills tube feeding bags as directed. Empties and records output, as approved, from a variety of sources, e.g., Foley catheter, ostomy appliances and drainage systems. Performs ostomy care on established ostomate patients as directed.<br>
13. Demonstrates sensitivity and responsiveness to patients&rsquo; needs by acting as a source of information and approaches all interactions with the intention of building positive rapport and relationships.<br>
14. Provides respectful, culturally and age-appropriate communication with patients, staff, family, visitors and others.<br>
15. Replenishes patient and unit supplies and equipment.<br>
16. Requests assistance from identified resources when more direction is needed.<br>
17. Keeps current with hospital and unit changes by reading communication boards and/or books, bulletin boards, posted notices and reads and responds to UMMHC e mails on a regular basis.<br>
18. Has the ability to precept new Patient Care Technicians.</div><div>
Standard Staffing Level Responsibilities:<br>
1. Complies with established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives.<br>
2. Attends variety of meetings, conferences, seminars as required or directed.<br>
3. Demonstrates use of Quality Improvement in daily operations.<br>
4. Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements.<br>
5. Respects diverse views and approaches, demonstrates Standards of Respect, and contributes to creating and maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients, and visitors.<br>
6. Maintains, regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.<br>
7. Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.</div><div>
All responsibilities are essential job functions.<br>
II. Position Qualifications:<br>
License/Certification/Education:<br>
Required:<br>
1. Minimum of a high school education or GED.<br>
2. Current Basic Life Support.<br>
Experience/Skills:<br>
Required:<br>
1. Demonstrated competency attainment in the Patient Care Technician I level, work a minimum of 800 hours and at least 6 months as a PCT I.<br>
or 6 months of prior inpatient/outpatient direct patient care experience.<br>
2. Ability to read, write and communicate in English in a clear and concise manner.<br>
3. Medical Terminology.<br>
4. Computer skills.<br>
5. Strong interpersonal skills to gather information from individuals, build relationships that support collaborative work within the department and across the organization and provide exceptional service to patients.<br>
6. Must have proven problem-solving abilities for routine situations.<br>
7. Must be able to remain calm when under stress or in emergency situations.</div><div>
Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.<br>
Department-specific competencies and their measurements will be developed and maintained in the individual departments. The competencies will be maintained and attached to the departmental job description. Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents.<br>
III. Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions:<br>
Position requires work indoors in a patient care environment.<br>
Hand dexterity, hearing and vision ability to take direction from a patient or provider, adjust equipment, observe and describe patient observations. Must be able to lift, up to 50 pounds. Work is of heavy demand, standing and walking most of the time with the possibility of pushing heavy equipment and bending frequently.</div><div><br>
FOR TA PURPOSES:</div><div></div><div>
Job Title: Patient Care Technician I<br>
Job Profile Summary:<br>
Under the direction of the appropriate licensed clinician, the Patient Care Technician I performs a variety of patient care activities. Receives workplace education and training to assist members of the healthcare team in the care of patients.<br>
I. Major Responsibilities:<br>
1. Provides clear, timely communication to the RN regarding observations and changes seen in patients. Examples, but not limited to changes in skin condition, vital signs, and/or mental status.<br>
2. Provides constant observation of high-risk patients as assigned by the Resource Nurse or designee.<br>
3. Participates in the development and maintenance of a safe environment. Works to utilize interventions to de-escalate patients and if unsuccessful participates in restraints in accordance with training and education as directed.<br>
4. Assists patient with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, ambulating, meals and nourishment.<br>
5. Assists in moving, lifting, positioning, and transporting patients by utilizing proper safety techniques and body mechanics in all work-related activities.<br>
6. Maintains patient safety by performing patient safety checks, utilizing fall prevention alternative devices/strategies as directed, and following the Restraint Policy standards when caring for a restrained patient.<br>
7. Takes and records vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure and pulse oxymetry). Measures and records patients&rsquo; weights and heights.<br>
8. Performs EKG&rsquo;s, Point of Care (POC) tests and bladder scanning. Collects, labels and prepares specimens for transport to lab.<br>
9. Performs other selected unit specific procedures, such as battery changes for telemetry units, checking status of unit equipment, cleaning equipment between patients and proper storage of supplies.<br>
10. Assists RN/Licensed Independent Practitioner with treatments and procedures by preparing patient, obtaining equipment and supplies, helping to position patient, providing the patient with emotional support, and cleaning up equipment and supplies following the treatment and/or procedure.<br>
11. Observes, measures, records oral food and fluid intake. Refills tube feeding bags as directed. Empties and records output, as approved, from a variety of sources, e.g., foley catheter, ostomy appliances and drainage systems. Performs ostomy care on established ostomate patients as directed.<br>
12. Demonstrates sensitivity and responsiveness to patients&rsquo; needs by acting as a source of information and approaches all interactions with the intention of building positive rapport and relationships.<br>
13. Provides respectful, culturally and age-appropriate communication with patients, staff, family, visitors and others.<br>
14. Replenishes patient and unit supplies and equipment as needed.<br>
15. Requests assistance from identified resources when more direction is needed.<br>
16. Keeps current with hospital and unit changes by reading communication boards and/or books, bulletin boards, posted notices and reads and responds to UMMHC e mails on a regular basis.<br>
<br>
Standard Staffing Level Responsibilities:<br>
1. Complies with established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives.<br>
2. Attends variety of meetings, conferences, seminars as required or directed.<br>
3. Demonstrates use of Quality Improvement in daily operations.<br>
4. Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements.<br>
5. Respects diverse views and approaches, demonstrates Standards of Respect, and contributes to creating and maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients, and visitors.<br>
6. Maintains, regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.<br>
7. Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.</div><div>
All responsibilities are essential job functions.<br>
II. Position Qualifications:<br>
License/Certification/Education:<br>
Required:<br>
1. Minimum of a high school education or GED.<br>
1.2. Basic Life Support certification within 30-days as a condition of employment.<br>
Experience/Skills:<br>
Required:<br>
1. Ability to read, write and communicate in English in a clear and concise manner.<br>
2. Basic computer skills<br>
3. Basic Medical Terminology knowledge.<br>
4. Must be able to remain calm when under stress or in emergency situations</div><div>
Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.<br>
Department-specific competencies and their measurements will be developed and maintained in the individual departments. The competencies will be maintained and attached to the departmental job description. Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents.</div><div>
III. Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions:<br>
Position requires work indoors in a patient care environment.<br>
Hand dexterity, hearing and vision ability to take direction from a patient or provider, adjust equipment, observe and describe patient observations. Must be able to lift, up to 50 pounds.<br>
Work is of heavy demand, standing and walking most of the time with the possibility of pushing heavy equipment and bending frequently.</div><div></div><div><br>
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.</div><div></div><div>
We&rsquo;re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health &ndash; for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.</div><div></div><div>
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.</div><div></div><div>
If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.</div></div><div></div>

Patient Care Tech II, West 2, 32 Hours, Days

<div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Are you a current UMass Memorial Health caregiver? </b><b>Apply now through Workday.</b></h1><p></p><p><b>
Exemption Status:</b></p>
Non-Exempt<p></p><p><b>
Hiring Range:</b></p>
$19.74 - $26.96<p>
Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate&rsquo;s <b>experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations</b>.</p><p></p><p><b>
Schedule Details:</b></p>
Holidays - Every Other Holiday, Weekends (Saturday and Sunday), Weekends - Every Other Weekend<p></p><p><b>
Scheduled Hours:</b></p>
1445-2315<p></p><p><b>
Shift:</b></p>
2 - Evening Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)<p></p><p><b>
Hours:</b></p>
24<p></p><p><b>
Cost Center:</b></p>
10010 - 0153 PCA Float Pool<p></p><p><b>
Union:</b></p>
SHARE (State Healthcare and Research Employees)<p></p><p>
This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.</p><p></p><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Everyone Is a Caregiver</b></h1><p></p><p>
At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver &ndash; regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.</p><p></p>
DO NOT POST AS NEW REQ<br>
<br>
Under the direction of the appropriate licensed clinician, and in keeping with unit specific standards, provides patient care to meet the personal needs and comfort of patients; and assists members of the healthcare team. In order to become a PCT II a caregiver must meet the full competencies outlined by the Nursing Professional Practice.<br>
As an integral member of the patient care team, serves both internal and external customers including patients, nurses, physicians and other colleagues who support the delivery of care and services.<p></p><p>
I. Major Responsibilities:<br>
1. Provides clear, timely communication to the RN regarding observations and changes seen in patients. Examples, but not limited to changes in skin condition, vital signs, and/or mental status.<br>
2. Provides constant observation of high-risk patients as assigned by the Resource Nurse or designee.<br>
3. Participates in the development and maintenance of a safe environment. Works to utilize interventions to de-escalate patients and if unsuccessful participates in restraints in accordance with training and education as directed.<br>
4. Assists patient with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, ambulating, meals and nourishment.<br>
5. Assists in moving, lifting, positioning and transporting patients by utilizing proper safety techniques and body mechanics in all work-related activities.<br>
6. Maintains patient safety by performing patient safety checks, utilizing fall prevention alternative devices/strategies as directed, and following the Restraint Policy standards when caring for a restrained patient.<br>
7. Takes and records vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure and pulse oxymetry). Measures and records patients&rsquo; height and weight.<br>
8. Performs EKG&rsquo;s, performs Point of Care (POC) tests and bladder scanning according to hospital standards. Collects, labels and prepares specimens for transport to lab.<br>
9. Phlebotomy in certain locations.<br>
10. Performs other selected unit specific procedures such as battery changes for telemetry units, checking status of unit equipment, cleaning equipment between patients and proper storage of supplies.<br>
11. Assists RN/Licensed Independent Practitioner with treatments and procedures by preparing patient; obtaining and setting up equipment and supplies, such as intravenous and hemodynamic lines, and utilize sterile technique when indicated. Help in positioning the patient and providing the patient with emotional support. Clean up equipment and supplies following the treatment and/or procedure.<br>
12. Observes, measures, records oral food and fluid intake. Sets up full strength tube feeding solutions and refills tube feeding bags as directed. Empties and records output, as approved, from a variety of sources, e.g., Foley catheter, ostomy appliances and drainage systems. Performs ostomy care on established ostomate patients as directed.
<br>
13. Demonstrates sensitivity and responsiveness to patients&rsquo; needs by acting as a source of information and approaches all interactions with the intention of building positive rapport and relationships.<br>
14. Provides respectful, culturally and age-appropriate communication with patients, staff, family, visitors and others.<br>
15. Replenishes patient and unit supplies and equipment.<br>
16. Requests assistance from identified resources when more direction is needed.<br>
17. Keeps current with hospital and unit changes by reading communication boards and/or books, bulletin boards, posted notices and reads and responds to UMMHC e mails on a regular basis.<br>
18. Has the ability to precept new Patient Care Technicians.</p><p>
Standard Staffing Level Responsibilities:<br>
1. Complies with established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives.<br>
2. Attends variety of meetings, conferences, seminars as required or directed.<br>
3. Demonstrates use of Quality Improvement in daily operations.<br>
4. Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements.<br>
5. Respects diverse views and approaches, demonstrates Standards of Respect, and contributes to creating and maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients, and visitors.<br>
6. Maintains, regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.<br>
7. Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.</p><p>
All responsibilities are essential job functions.<br>
II. Position Qualifications:<br>
License/Certification/Education:<br>
Required:<br>
1. Minimum of a high school education or GED.<br>
2. Current Basic Life Support.<br>
Experience/Skills:<br>
Required:<br>
1. Demonstrated competency attainment in the Patient Care Technician I level, work a minimum of 800 hours and at least 6 months as a PCT I or 6 months of prior inpatient/outpatient direct patient care experience.<br>
2. Ability to read, write and communicate in English in a clear and concise manner.<br>
3. Medical Terminology.<br>
4. Computer skills.<br>
5. Strong interpersonal skills to gather information from individuals, build relationships that support collaborative work within the department and across the organization and provide exceptional service to patients.<br>
6. Must have proven problem-solving abilities for routine situations.<br>
7. Must be able to remain calm when under stress or in emergency situations.</p><p>
Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.<br>
Department-specific competencies and their measurements will be developed and maintained in the individual departments. The competencies will be maintained and attached to the departmental job description. Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents.<br>
III. Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions:<br>
Position requires work indoors in a patient care environment.<br>
Hand dexterity, hearing and vision ability to take direction from a patient or provider, adjust equipment, observe and describe patient observations. Must be able to lift, up to 50 pounds. Work is of heavy demand, standing and walking most of the time with the possibility of pushing heavy equipment and bending frequently.</p><p><br>
Job Title: Patient Care Technician I<br>
Job Profile Summary:<br>
Under the direction of the appropriate licensed clinician, the Patient Care Technician I performs a variety of patient care activities. Receives workplace education and training to assist members of the healthcare team in the care of patients.<br>
I. Major Responsibilities:<br>
1. Provides clear, timely communication to the RN regarding observations and changes seen in patients. Examples, but not limited to changes in skin condition, vital signs, and/or mental status.<br>
2. Provides constant observation of high-risk patients as assigned by the Resource Nurse or designee.<br>
3. Participates in the development and maintenance of a safe environment. Works to utilize interventions to de-escalate patients and if unsuccessful participates in restraints in accordance with training and education as directed.<br>
4. Assists patient with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, ambulating, meals and nourishment.<br>
5. Assists in moving, lifting, positioning, and transporting patients by utilizing proper safety techniques and body mechanics in all work-related activities.<br>
6. Maintains patient safety by performing patient safety checks, utilizing fall prevention alternative devices/strategies as directed, and following the Restraint Policy standards when caring for a restrained patient.<br>
7. Takes and records vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure and pulse oxymetry). Measures and records patients&rsquo; weights and heights.<br>
8. Performs EKG&rsquo;s, Point of Care (POC) tests and bladder scanning. Collects, labels and prepares specimens for transport to lab.<br>
9. Performs other selected unit specific procedures, such as battery changes for telemetry units, checking status of unit equipment, cleaning equipment between patients and proper storage of supplies.<br>
10. Assists RN/Licensed Independent Practitioner with treatments and procedures by preparing patient, obtaining equipment and supplies, helping to position patient, providing the patient with emotional support, and cleaning up equipment and supplies following the treatment and/or procedure.<br>
11. Observes, measures, records oral food and fluid intake. Refills tube feeding bags as directed. Empties and records output, as approved, from a variety of sources, e.g., foley catheter, ostomy appliances and drainage systems. Performs ostomy care on established ostomate patients as directed.<br>
12. Demonstrates sensitivity and responsiveness to patients&rsquo; needs by acting as a source of information and approaches all interactions with the intention of building positive rapport and relationships.<br>
13. Provides respectful, culturally and age-appropriate communication with patients, staff, family, visitors and others.<br>
14. Replenishes patient and unit supplies and equipment as needed.<br>
15. Requests assistance from identified resources when more direction is needed.<br>
16. Keeps current with hospital and unit changes by reading communication boards and/or books, bulletin boards, posted notices and reads and responds to UMMHC e mails on a regular basis.<br>
<br>
Standard Staffing Level Responsibilities:<br>
1. Complies with established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives.<br>
2. Attends variety of meetings, conferences, seminars as required or directed.<br>
3. Demonstrates use of Quality Improvement in daily operations.<br>
4. Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements.<br>
5. Respects diverse views and approaches, demonstrates Standards of Respect, and contributes to creating and maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients, and visitors.<br>
6. Maintains, regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.<br>
7. Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.</p><p>
All responsibilities are essential job functions.<br>
II. Position Qualifications:<br>
License/Certification/Education:<br>
Required:<br>
1. Minimum of a high school education or GED.<br>
1.2. Basic Life Support certification within 30-days as a condition of employment.<br>
Experience/Skills:<br>
Required:<br>
1. Ability to read, write and communicate in English in a clear and concise manner.<br>
2. Basic computer skills<br>
3. Basic Medical Terminology knowledge.<br>
4. Must be able to remain calm when under stress or in emergency situations</p><p>
Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.<br>
Department-specific competencies and their measurements will be developed and maintained in the individual departments. The competencies will be maintained and attached to the departmental job description. Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents.</p><p>
III. Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions:<br>
Position requires work indoors in a patient care environment.<br>
Hand dexterity, hearing and vision ability to take direction from a patient or provider, adjust equipment, observe and describe patient observations. Must be able to lift, up to 50 pounds.<br>
Work is of heavy demand, standing and walking most of the time with the possibility of pushing heavy equipment and bending frequently.</p><p></p><p><br>
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.</p><p></p><p>
We&rsquo;re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health &ndash; for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.</p><p></p><p>
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.</p><p></p><p>
If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.</p></div><p></p>

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