Patient Care Technician, Mother​/Baby

Overview

At Boston Medical Center (BMC), our care teams are changing the face of healthcare. At every level and on every unit, the BMC nursing team is advancing professional practice and delivering evidence-based care to our patients, families, and community. Join our Magnet® recognized organization as a patient care technician and help us continue to carry out our mission of delivering exceptional and equitable care to all, so you can deliver the type of care you know your patients deserve.

As one of the top places to work in health care, we know that providing exceptional care for patients begins with caring for our staff. That’s why you’ll find a supportive work environment at BMC, with rich opportunities throughout your career for training, development, and growth. There’s never been a better or more exciting time to become a BMC patient care technician.

Job title: Patient Care Technician

Department: Maternal Child Health / Mother Baby

Schedule: 36 Hours Days (Every Other Weekend / 7 AM – 7 PM)

Maternal Child Health / Mother Baby Department:
Patient Care Technician for the Post-Partum Unit and Newborn Nursery provides couplet care to patients who have recently delivered in our Labor & Delivery unit. As a Magnet recognized organization, these nurses provide care to the whole family, ensuring the first few days of care set the family up for success.

As a Patient Care Technician in the Maternal Child Health / Mother Baby Department, you will play an integral role in delivering exceptional care. Using our patient-centered care model, you will be supported by a nursing organization and able to deliver the excellent care your patients deserve.

• Perform a variety of appropriately delegated patient care interventions for patients in the ED and their families.
• Clinical services may include, but are not limited to: obtaining vital signs, bathing and feeding, dressing wounds, assisting with hygiene, cleaning rooms and linens, and providing 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 ED.
• Contribute to the efficient operation of the ED, 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 program
• Completed an approved patient care technician training
• One year of previous experience as an EMT or field medic (considered for adult ED positions only)

• Fluency in another language is a plus
• Previous medical/surgical experience preferred

• 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 email Talent acquisition or call  to let us know the nature of your request.

Compensation Range: $23.19 - $27.17 per hour

This range offers an estimate based on minimum job qualifications. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer, including education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. The organization offers generous total compensation including benefits, 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

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