Patient Care Technician, Virtual Safety Tech, 36 Hours (Nights / Every Other Weekend)
POSITION SUMMARY:
As a Patient Care Technician on the Patient Telemonitoring unit, you’ll video monitor BMC patients who require an extra set of eyes and redirection for their safety. The most common patient-type you’ll serve are those with high-fall risk, elopement, as well as those who pull or detach lines and tubes. In this role you’ll leverage a platform, Avasure, to remotely monitor up to 24 patients. The system allows for two-way communication in multiple languages and a STAT alarm when a patient requires urgent assistance.
Position: Patient Care Technician
Location: Virtual Safety Tech
Schedule: 36 Hours (Nights / Every Other Weekend)
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Perform a variety of appropriately delegated patient care interventions for patients in the MedSurg department and their families.
• Clinical services could include, but are not limited to: obtaining vital signs, bathing and feeding, dressing wounds, assisting with hygiene, cleaning rooms and linens, and emotional support.
• Perform a variety of environmental and inventory activities to ensure a safe, clean, and appropriately equipped environment for patients, visitors, and staff in the MedSurg department.
• Contribute to the efficient operation of the MedSurg department ensuring quality patient/family clinical outcomes.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
• A high school diploma or GED certificate
• Certification in basic life support (BLS), including CPR certification (must be current or obtained within 30 days of employment)
• Ability to pass clinical competency testing
• Physical ability to meet job responsibilities
• Basic math and computer proficiency
• One of the following:
One year of previous experience as a Patient Care Technician in an acute hospital setting
Currently enrolled in a nursing program and have completed two cycles of clinical rotation
Completed an approved Patient Care Technician training
Completed an approved certified medical assistant training
One year of previous experience as an EMT or field medic (considered for adult ED positions only)
• Fluency in another language a plus
• Previous medical/surgical experience preferred
JOB BENEFITS:
• Competitive pay
• Tuition reimbursement programs
• Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• High provider-to-patient ratios that often exceed state standards for quality and safety
• Supportive work environment with a focus on training, development, and growth
• Access to Pathways, a leadership acceleration program increasing inclusion and diversity at the leadership level across Boston Medical Center Health System
Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.
NursingAsst
Compensation Range:
$23.19- $27.17
This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps” job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment.
As a Patient Care Technician on the Patient Telemonitoring unit, you’ll video monitor BMC patients who require an extra set of eyes and redirection for their safety. The most common patient-type you’ll serve are those with high-fall risk, elopement, as well as those who pull or detach lines and tubes. In this role you’ll leverage a platform, Avasure, to remotely monitor up to 24 patients. The system allows for two-way communication in multiple languages and a STAT alarm when a patient requires urgent assistance.
Position: Patient Care Technician
Location: Virtual Safety Tech
Schedule: 36 Hours (Nights / Every Other Weekend)
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
• Perform a variety of appropriately delegated patient care interventions for patients in the MedSurg department and their families.
• Clinical services could include, but are not limited to: obtaining vital signs, bathing and feeding, dressing wounds, assisting with hygiene, cleaning rooms and linens, and emotional support.
• Perform a variety of environmental and inventory activities to ensure a safe, clean, and appropriately equipped environment for patients, visitors, and staff in the MedSurg department.
• Contribute to the efficient operation of the MedSurg department ensuring quality patient/family clinical outcomes.
JOB REQUIREMENTS:
• A high school diploma or GED certificate
• Certification in basic life support (BLS), including CPR certification (must be current or obtained within 30 days of employment)
• Ability to pass clinical competency testing
• Physical ability to meet job responsibilities
• Basic math and computer proficiency
• One of the following:
One year of previous experience as a Patient Care Technician in an acute hospital setting
Currently enrolled in a nursing program and have completed two cycles of clinical rotation
Completed an approved Patient Care Technician training
Completed an approved certified medical assistant training
One year of previous experience as an EMT or field medic (considered for adult ED positions only)
• Fluency in another language a plus
• Previous medical/surgical experience preferred
JOB BENEFITS:
• Competitive pay
• Tuition reimbursement programs
• Highly subsidized medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• High provider-to-patient ratios that often exceed state standards for quality and safety
• Supportive work environment with a focus on training, development, and growth
• Access to Pathways, a leadership acceleration program increasing inclusion and diversity at the leadership level across Boston Medical Center Health System
Boston Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process because of a medical condition or disability, please send an e-mail to [email protected] or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.
NursingAsst
Compensation Range:
$23.19- $27.17
This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or “apps” job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment.