Patient Care Technician, Farr 3 MedSurg, 36hr Rotating Day/Night

Job Description

The PCT supports the unit by:

• Providing direct patient care through accurate measurement and documentation of vital signs, intake/output, and other clinical data in the electronic health record.
• Collaborating with the nursing staff and fellow PCTs to create and implement team-based care plans that are responsive to individual patient needs as well as unit priorities.
• Promoting quality and safety initiatives, including fall prevention, infection control practices, and patient comfort measures, which align with BIDMC’s standards for excellence.
• Enhancing the patient and family experience through attentive communication, responsiveness, and compassionate care.

Required Qualifications

• A high school diploma or GED.
• 0-1 years related work experience.
• Basic familiarity with computers.

Competencies

• Decision Making: Ability to make decisions based on specific instructions, standard practices, and established procedures.
• Problem Solving: Ability to address routine, somewhat repetitive problems by following clear directions and procedures.
• Independence of Action: Ability to follow general instructions and procedures as provided.
• Written Communications: Ability to read and write in English to understand basic safety instructions and communicate effectively with patients, families, and other medical center staff.
• Oral Communications: Ability to understand and speak English to follow basic safety instructions and communicate effectively with patients, families, and medical center staff.
• Knowledge: Ability to demonstrate basic knowledge of fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures.
• Team Work: Ability to interact respectfully with other employees, professional staff, and/or external contacts.
• Customer Service: Ability to demonstrate a positive attitude and respond to requests in a timely and respectful manner.

Age Based Competencies

• Competent to provide patient care to neonatal (birth to 6 months), young adult (16-30 years), middle age (30-60 years), and elderly (60+) patients.

Physical Nature of the Job

• Moderate physical effort required, including standing and moving around throughout the shift.

Pay Range

$20.50 – $27.59 per hour.