UMass Memorial Health
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Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt
Hiring Range:
$15.00 - $24.49. Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
Schedule Details:
Holidays – Every Third Holiday, Weekends – Every Third Weekend
Scheduled Hours:
07-19
Shift:
1 - Day Shift, 12 Hours (United States of America)
Hours:
24
Cost Center:
24050 - 1410 Flex Unit
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 (e.g., changes in skin condition, vital signs, 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, utilizing interventions to de‑escalate patients and, if unsuccessful, participates in restraints in accordance with training and education as directed.
Assists patients with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, ambulating, meals and nourishment.
Assists in moving, lifting, positioning, and transporting patients using proper safety techniques and body mechanics.
Maintains patient safety by performing patient safety checks, utilizing fall prevention devices/strategies as directed, and following the Restraint Policy standards when caring for a restrained patient.
Takes and records vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, pulse oximetry); measures and records patients’ height and weight.
Performs EKGs, point‑of‑care (POC) tests, bladder scanning, and collects, labels and prepares specimens for laboratory transport.
Phlebotomy in certain locations.
Performs unit‑specific procedures such as telemetry battery changes, equipment status checks, cleaning between patients, and proper supply storage.
Assists RN/Lic Independent Practitioner with treatments and procedures by preparing patient, obtaining and setting up equipment, and using sterile technique when indicated.
Observes, measures, records oral food and fluid intake; sets up tube feeding solutions and refills bags; empties and records output from Foley catheters, ostomy appliances, and other drainage systems.
Performs ostomy care on established ostomate patients as directed.
Demonstrates sensitivity and responsiveness to patients’ needs, building positive rapport and relationships.
Provides respectful, culturally and age‑appropriate communication with patients, staff, family, visitors, and others.
Replenishes patient and unit supplies and equipment.
Requests assistance from identified resources when more direction is needed.
Keeps current with hospital and unit changes by reading communication boards, bulletin boards, posted notices, and UMMHC e‑mails regularly.
Has the ability to precept new Patient Care Technicians.
Position Qualifications Patient Care Technician I
License/Certification/Education:
Minimum of a high school education or GED.
Basic Life Support certification within 30 days as a condition of employment.
Experience/Skills:
Ability to read, write and communicate in English clearly and concisely.
Basic computer skills.
Basic medical terminology knowledge.
Must remain calm under stress or in emergency situations.
Patient Care Technician II
License/Certification/Education:
Minimum of a high school education or GED.
Current Basic Life Support certification.
Experience/Skills:
Demonstrated competency attainment in the Patient Care Technician I level, with a minimum of 800 hours and at least 6 months as a PCA I.
Prior inpatient/outpatient care experience or clinical care training.
Ability to read, write and communicate in English clearly and concisely.
Medical terminology knowledge.
Computer skills.
Strong interpersonal skills, ability to gather information, build relationships, and provide exceptional service to patients.
Proven problem‑solving abilities for routine situations.
Must remain calm 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.
Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions Position requires work indoors in a patient care environment. Hand dexterity, hearing and vision are needed 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, standing and walking most of the time with the possibility of pushing heavy equipment and bending frequently.
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’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us 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, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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 us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.
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Exemption Status:
Non-Exempt
Hiring Range:
$15.00 - $24.49. Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate's experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
Schedule Details:
Holidays – Every Third Holiday, Weekends – Every Third Weekend
Scheduled Hours:
07-19
Shift:
1 - Day Shift, 12 Hours (United States of America)
Hours:
24
Cost Center:
24050 - 1410 Flex Unit
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 (e.g., changes in skin condition, vital signs, 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, utilizing interventions to de‑escalate patients and, if unsuccessful, participates in restraints in accordance with training and education as directed.
Assists patients with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, ambulating, meals and nourishment.
Assists in moving, lifting, positioning, and transporting patients using proper safety techniques and body mechanics.
Maintains patient safety by performing patient safety checks, utilizing fall prevention devices/strategies as directed, and following the Restraint Policy standards when caring for a restrained patient.
Takes and records vital signs (temperature, pulse, respirations, blood pressure, pulse oximetry); measures and records patients’ height and weight.
Performs EKGs, point‑of‑care (POC) tests, bladder scanning, and collects, labels and prepares specimens for laboratory transport.
Phlebotomy in certain locations.
Performs unit‑specific procedures such as telemetry battery changes, equipment status checks, cleaning between patients, and proper supply storage.
Assists RN/Lic Independent Practitioner with treatments and procedures by preparing patient, obtaining and setting up equipment, and using sterile technique when indicated.
Observes, measures, records oral food and fluid intake; sets up tube feeding solutions and refills bags; empties and records output from Foley catheters, ostomy appliances, and other drainage systems.
Performs ostomy care on established ostomate patients as directed.
Demonstrates sensitivity and responsiveness to patients’ needs, building positive rapport and relationships.
Provides respectful, culturally and age‑appropriate communication with patients, staff, family, visitors, and others.
Replenishes patient and unit supplies and equipment.
Requests assistance from identified resources when more direction is needed.
Keeps current with hospital and unit changes by reading communication boards, bulletin boards, posted notices, and UMMHC e‑mails regularly.
Has the ability to precept new Patient Care Technicians.
Position Qualifications Patient Care Technician I
License/Certification/Education:
Minimum of a high school education or GED.
Basic Life Support certification within 30 days as a condition of employment.
Experience/Skills:
Ability to read, write and communicate in English clearly and concisely.
Basic computer skills.
Basic medical terminology knowledge.
Must remain calm under stress or in emergency situations.
Patient Care Technician II
License/Certification/Education:
Minimum of a high school education or GED.
Current Basic Life Support certification.
Experience/Skills:
Demonstrated competency attainment in the Patient Care Technician I level, with a minimum of 800 hours and at least 6 months as a PCA I.
Prior inpatient/outpatient care experience or clinical care training.
Ability to read, write and communicate in English clearly and concisely.
Medical terminology knowledge.
Computer skills.
Strong interpersonal skills, ability to gather information, build relationships, and provide exceptional service to patients.
Proven problem‑solving abilities for routine situations.
Must remain calm 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.
Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions Position requires work indoors in a patient care environment. Hand dexterity, hearing and vision are needed 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, standing and walking most of the time with the possibility of pushing heavy equipment and bending frequently.
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’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us 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, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment 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 us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.
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