Patient Care Tech , Med Surg, Per Diem

The job posting for Patient Care Technician I/II at UMass Memorial Health.

Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Hiring Range: $15.00 - $25.82

Note:

The final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.

Schedule Details: Sunday through Saturday

Scheduled

Hours:

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Shift: 4 - Mixed Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)

Hours: 0

Cost Center: 10021 - 0226 Nursing 2

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This position may have a signing bonus available; a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.

Everyone Is a Caregiver

At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver - 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.

Job Summary
Under the direction of the appropriate licensed clinician, the Patient Care Technician I performs a variety of patient care activities and receives workplace education and training to assist members of the healthcare team in the care of patients.

• Provides clear, timely communication to the RN regarding observations and changes seen in patients. Examples include changes in skin condition, vital signs, and/or mental status.
• Provides constant observation of high-risk patients as assigned by the Resource Nurse or designee.
• Participates in the development and maintenance of a safe environment; utilizes interventions to de-escalate patients and, if unsuccessful, participates in restraints in accordance with training and education as directed.
• Assists patient with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, ambulating, meals and nourishment.
• Assists in moving, lifting, positioning, and transporting patients using proper safety techniques and body mechanics.
• Maintains patient safety by performing patient safety checks, utilizing fall prevention strategies as directed, and following the Restraint Policy standards when caring for a restrained patient.
• Takes and records vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure and pulse oximetry). Measures and records patients' weights and heights.
• Performs EKGs, Point of Care (POC) tests and bladder scanning. Collects, labels and prepares specimens for transport to lab.
• Performs other unit-specific procedures, such as battery changes for telemetry units, checking unit equipment, cleaning equipment between patients and proper storage of supplies.
• Assists RN/Licensed Independent Practitioner with treatments and procedures; prepares patient, obtains equipment and supplies, helps position patient, provides emotional support, and cleans up after treatment and/or procedure.
• Observes, measures, and records oral food and fluid intake. Replenishes tube feeding bags as directed. Empties and records output from various sources and performs ostomy care as directed.
• Demonstrates sensitivity and responsiveness to patients' needs and builds positive rapport.
• Provides respectful, culturally and age-appropriate communication with patients, staff, family, visitors and others.
• Replenishes patient and unit supplies and equipment as needed.
• Requests assistance from identified resources when more direction is needed.
• Keeps current with hospital and unit changes by reading communications and responds to emails regularly.

Standard Staffing Level Responsibilities

• Complies with established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives.
• Attends meetings, conferences, and seminars as required or directed.
• Demonstrates use of Quality Improvement in daily operations.
• Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements.
• Respects diverse views and contributes to a professional, tolerant, civil environment for employees, patients, and visitors.
• Maintains regular attendance.
• Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.

All responsibilities are essential job functions.

License/Certification/Education

Required

• Minimum of a high school education or GED.
• Basic Life Support certification within 30 days as a condition of employment.

Experience/Skills (Required)

• Ability to read, write and communicate in English in a clear and concise manner.
• Basic computer skills.
• Basic Medical Terminology knowledge.
• Must be able to remain calm under stress or in emergency situations.
• 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 (for higher level).
• Prior inpatient/outpatient care experience or clinical care training.
• Strong interpersonal skills to gather information, build relationships, and provide exceptional service to patients.
• Proven…