Patient Care Technician, PCT - Medical 5

Company Description 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! Hours: Part-Time / 36 hours a week / Day-Evening / 7pm-7am / EOW and EOH Job Description The Patient Care Technician is responsible for direct care of patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Adheres to policies, procedures and standards of practice as established by MelroseWakefield Healthcare. Supports the flow of care on the unit and performs unit secretary duties as assigned. 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. Sets up equipment for and/or assists physicians/clinicians with treatments, dressings, tests, etc., as assigned. Performs 12 lead EKG. Qualifications High school graduate or equivalent; ability to read, write and comprehend medical terminology. Successful completion of a certified patient care/clinical associate/certified nursing assistant or equivalent course. Current BCLS required. Experience in health-care and nursing services experience preferred. Will train on the job if needed. Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability to work with detailed, confidential material, computer experience required. 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.