Patient Care Technician N R39511 Patient Care Technicians

Position:

Req#: R39511
Category(s): Clinical Support, Patient Care Technicians
Full Time / Part Time: Full-Time
Shift: Third

Note:

The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range.

Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non‑exempt employees and based on assumed full‑time commitment for exempt employees.

Minimum – Midpoint – Maximum

$16.68 – $20.39 – $25.36

Patient Care Technician

Medical, Spr. 6400

36 hours per week

Shifts:

Nights 7 p‑7:30 a with every other weekend and holiday

Location:

Springfield, MA

CPS: CPR‑American Heart Association BLS required

* A resume is required to fully determine experience*

Daily activities are coordinated by the Registered Nurse (RN). The PCT will perform a variety of technical tasks and bedside functions. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, direct patient care; hygiene, skin care, mobility, and monitoring. The PCT will have multi‑skills to perform all duties relative to phlebotomy and EKGs. The PCT is expected to manage equipment and perform or assist in all procedures on the unit.

The incumbent will also perform additional similar and related duties as assigned.

• Provides age‑appropriate care to patients.
• Demonstrates knowledge of developmental stages for the following age groups and applies developmental theories and concepts when implementing care for patients.
• Monitors basic physiological parameters.
• Takes and records routine vital signs within the specified timeframe as indicated by periodic review of documentation. Obtains and documents weights/heights, abdominal girths, and head circumference (pediatric service) as per physician/nurse order 100 % of the time as indicated by quarterly review of 5 records. Consistently reports any significant deviations in vital signs as outlined in the procedure immediately. Records and reports 100 % of the time any change in the patient’s normal drainage pattern, i.e., gastric, wound, blood.
• Administers treatments and procedures per BMC policy/procedure.
• Changes dressings within one hour of the specified timeframe per established procedure. Provides post‑mortem care as directed by RN according to Baystate Health's policy.
• Performs all procedures outlined in the nursing procedure manual within the area of responsibility per specifications. Assists physicians with exams and simple procedures. Assures patient identity by checking the identification bracelet and band before any procedure.
• Assists patients with elimination of body wastes.
• Makes available or offers bedpan, urinal, and emesis basin immediately after patient request as indicated by the absence of patient complaints.
• Accurately labels and sends specimens of urine, feces, and sputum within 30 minutes of the specified time unless discussed with RN as evidenced by random review of reports. Accurately measures and records intake and output per established policy as indicated by random review of intake and output forms. Administers enemas or Harris Drips as ordered per the established procedure as observed.
• Performs Point‑of‑Care (POC) testing.
• Assists in delivery of ancillary services as directed. Assists with treatment by following specified treatment plans. Monitors patient’s condition during treatment and notifies appropriate personnel of unexpected occurrences. Provides information to RN based upon an observation made during patient‑related care. Provides treatment within the specified time frame. Documents treatments and activities consistently.
• Communicates effectively with team and patients; interacts respectfully and informatively; recognizes culturally based patient and family needs; clearly communicates information related to patient care to the team.
• Is knowledgeable of and initiates emergency procedures; responds effectively in emergency situations; maintains patient safety at all times; communicates…