Patient Care Technician, Labor and Delivery, Per Diem

At Boston Medical Center (BMC), our care teams are changing the face of healthcare. At every level and on every unit, the BMC nursing team is advancing professional practice and delivering evidence-based care to our patients, families, and community. Join our Magnet® recognized organization as a patient care technician and help us continue to carry out our mission of delivering exceptional and equitable care to all, so you can deliver the type of care you know your patients deserve.

As one of the top places to work in health care, we know that providing exceptional care for patients begins with caring for our staff. That’s why you’ll find a supportive work environment at BMC, with rich opportunities throughout your career for training, development, and growth. There’s never been a better or more exciting time to become a BMC patient care technician .

Position: Patient Care Technician

Department: Labor and Delivery

Schedule: Per Diem

ABOUT THE MATERNAL CHILD HEALTH/LABOR & DELIVERY DEPARTMENT AT BOSTON MEDICAL CENTER:

Patient Care Technician in Labor and Delivery work across the unit from antepartum to within the Labor and Delivery triage Unit in order to provide the highest quality of care to our diverse patient population.  As a Magnet recognized organization, our L&D team has a strong quality improvement focus and our nurses are always developing unique solutions for their patients.

POSITION SUMMARY:

As a Patient Care Technician in the Maternal Child Health/Mother Baby Department, you will play an integral role in delivering exceptional care. Using our patient-centered care model you will be uplifted by a supportive nursing organization, and will be able to deliver the excellent care to your patients that they deserve.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform a variety of appropriately delegated patient care interventions for patients in the ED 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 ED.

• Contribute to the efficient operation of the ED, 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

  Completed an approved patient care technician 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 Talentacquisition@bmc.org or call 617-638-8582 to let us know the nature of your request.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans