UMass Memorial Health
Patient Care Tech, Med Surg, Per Diem
UMass Memorial Health, Marlborough, Massachusetts, us, 01752
Exemption Status: Non-Exempt
Schedule Details:
Sunday through Saturday Scheduled Hours:
0645-315p, 1445-2315, 2245-0715 Shift:
4 - Mixed Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America) Hours:
0 Cost Center:
21000 - 0226 Nursing 2 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. Major Responsibilities
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. Works to utilize 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 by utilizing proper safety techniques and body mechanics in all work-related activities. Maintains patient safety by performing patient safety checks, utilizing fall prevention alternative devices/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 status of unit equipment, cleaning equipment between patients and proper storage of supplies. Assists RN/Licensed Independent Practitioner with treatments and procedures by preparing patient, obtaining equipment and supplies, helping to position patient, providing emotional support, and cleaning up equipment and supplies following the treatment and/or procedure. Observes, measures, and records oral food and fluid intake. Refills tube feeding bags as directed. Empties and records output from sources such as Foley catheter, ostomy appliances and drainage systems. Performs ostomy care on established ostomate patients as directed. Demonstrates sensitivity and responsiveness to patients' needs by building positive rapport and relationships in all interactions. 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 communication boards and responding to UMMHC 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 health and safety regulations and requirements. Respects diverse views and approaches; maintains professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients, and visitors. Maintains regular, reliable, and predictable attendance. Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed. All responsibilities are essential job functions. Position Qualifications
License/Certification/Education Required: 1. Minimum of a high school education or GED. 2. Basic Life Support certification within 30 days as a condition of employment. Experience/Skills Required: 1. Ability to read, write and communicate in English in a clear and concise manner. 2. Basic computer skills 3. Basic Medical Terminology knowledge. 4. Must be able to remain calm when under stress or in emergency situations Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements. Department-specific competencies and their measurements will be developed and maintained in the individual departments and attached to the departmental job description. Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents. Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions
Position requires work indoors in a patient care environment. Hand dexterity, hearing and vision abilities to take direction from a patient or provider, adjust equipment, observe and describe patient observations. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Work is of heavy demand, with standing and walking most of the time and potential for pushing heavy equipment and frequent bending. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We strive to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards, consider joining our team to help make respect our standard for everyone, every day. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.
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Sunday through Saturday Scheduled Hours:
0645-315p, 1445-2315, 2245-0715 Shift:
4 - Mixed Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America) Hours:
0 Cost Center:
21000 - 0226 Nursing 2 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. Major Responsibilities
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. Works to utilize 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 by utilizing proper safety techniques and body mechanics in all work-related activities. Maintains patient safety by performing patient safety checks, utilizing fall prevention alternative devices/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 status of unit equipment, cleaning equipment between patients and proper storage of supplies. Assists RN/Licensed Independent Practitioner with treatments and procedures by preparing patient, obtaining equipment and supplies, helping to position patient, providing emotional support, and cleaning up equipment and supplies following the treatment and/or procedure. Observes, measures, and records oral food and fluid intake. Refills tube feeding bags as directed. Empties and records output from sources such as Foley catheter, ostomy appliances and drainage systems. Performs ostomy care on established ostomate patients as directed. Demonstrates sensitivity and responsiveness to patients' needs by building positive rapport and relationships in all interactions. 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 communication boards and responding to UMMHC 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 health and safety regulations and requirements. Respects diverse views and approaches; maintains professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients, and visitors. Maintains regular, reliable, and predictable attendance. Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed. All responsibilities are essential job functions. Position Qualifications
License/Certification/Education Required: 1. Minimum of a high school education or GED. 2. Basic Life Support certification within 30 days as a condition of employment. Experience/Skills Required: 1. Ability to read, write and communicate in English in a clear and concise manner. 2. Basic computer skills 3. Basic Medical Terminology knowledge. 4. Must be able to remain calm when under stress or in emergency situations Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements. Department-specific competencies and their measurements will be developed and maintained in the individual departments and attached to the departmental job description. Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents. Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions
Position requires work indoors in a patient care environment. Hand dexterity, hearing and vision abilities to take direction from a patient or provider, adjust equipment, observe and describe patient observations. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. Work is of heavy demand, with standing and walking most of the time and potential for pushing heavy equipment and frequent bending. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We strive to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards, consider joining our team to help make respect our standard for everyone, every day. As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law. If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.
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