Patient Care Tech, PCT - Emergency Department

MelroseWakefield Hospital, part of the Tufts Medicine system, has been offering the highest quality and accessible healthcare to the local community for over 130 years. With two hospital campuses, Level III Trauma Center, Level III Special Care Nursery, Breast Health Center, Cardiovascular Center and over 20 locations and 50 specialties, MelroseWakefield Hospital offers many opportunities to grow your career. If you are passionate about providing care in your local community, come join our team! Job Overview Responsible for direct care of patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Adheres to policies, procedures and standards of practice. Supports the flow of care on the unit and performs unit secretary duties as assigned. Hours: Full-Time / 36 hours a week / Days / 7am-7pm Job Description Minimum Qualifications: 1. High School diploma or equivalent. 2. Certified Nursing Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, EMT, OR Nursing student with clinical experience 3. Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification. Preferred Qualifications: 1. Four (4) years of healthcare experience and nursing service experience. Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. 1. Provides direct care for patients including, but not limited to, personal hygiene, elimination, catheter care, vital signs, and skin care and mobility activities. Documents according to procedure. 2. Reinforces belongings policy with patients and families, documents appropriately, and secures them according to procedure. 3. Provides nutritional support assisting with feedings as needed. Documents I&O and weight as required. 4. Performs selected and therapeutic procedures as outlined in competency and skills check list. 5. Cooperates with members of the healthcare team to achieve departmental objectives and maintain good employee, inter-departmental and public relations. 6. Sets up equipment for and/or assists physicians/clinicians with treatments, dressings, tests, etc., as assigned. 7. Performs 12 lead EKG. Documents patient information on EKG sheet. Gives EKG promptly to appropriate nurse or physician. 8. Obtains, documents, processes and accurately labels all specimens according the HHS policy at the bedside. If needed, transports specimens in a timely manner. 9. Completes annual point of care test in a timely manner. 10. Participates in purposeful hourly rounding of patients in accordance with standards of excellence. 11. Observes and communicates general physical and emotional status of patients. Keeps RN informed of care delivered and patient’s response. Reports any change in patient condition to RN in a timely manner. 12. Ensures proper identification by verifying wristband and date of birth prior to providing any care or performing any test or treatment. Notifies RN when wristband is missing. 13. Responsible for information shared at all staff meetings. 14. Functions in the role of patient observer following all roles and responsibilities as assigned. 15. Answers patients’ call lights in a timely and courteous manner. Uses AIDET when communicating with patients and families. (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, Thank You). 16. Adheres to precaution measures for the safety of patients, visitors and hospital personnel. Maintains basic principles of infection control. 17. Demonstrates appropriate actions and understanding of role in all codes and disaster situations. 18. Assists in administering post mortem care. What We Offer: Competitive salaries & benefits Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits that start on day one. 403(b) retirement plans with company match Tuition reimbursement Free on-campus parking Guaranteed hours and set schedules. Professional Growth opportunities About MelroseWakefield Hospital: MelroseWakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford are two campuses with one community in mind: the people of north suburban Boston. MelroseWakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital are distinguished by the range of high-quality clinical care and services. Our teams welcome everyone with hospitality and humanity. We focus on reducing health disparities through 40 local health programs across a system of hospitals, urgent care locations, outpatient services, and community physicians. Core to our values, MelroseWakefield Hospital’s commitment to community is demonstrated by our many local health programs throughout our service area and participation in partnerships with community agencies and events, and education programs in more than 10 communities to support the wellness and health of our residents. Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community health care to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Healthcare, an expansive home care network and a large clinically integrated physician network, Tufts Medicine has more than 15,000 dedicated employees and caregivers. The health system came together in 2014 to leverage the experience of its member organizations and integrate their missions to together transform the ways that consumers engage with and experience their care.