Patient Care Technician

Patient Care Technician - Emergency Department Patient Care Technician in Westfield, MA | Baystate Health Careers Department: Emergency Department Location: Baystate Noble Hospital, Westfield, Massachusetts Job Type: Per Di em Shift: Days Make an Impact with Baystate Health Baystate Health is seeking a Patient Care Technician to join our Medical-Surgical, Telemetry and Intermediate Care at Baystate Noble Hospital in Westfield, Massachusetts . Hospital and Department Summary: Baystate Noble Hospital is an 85-bed acute care community hospital helping people in the greater Westfield community and offers direct access to world-class technology, diagnostics, and specialists. Baystate Noble, Emergency Department 12 bed Modern Emergency Department, equipped with advanced technology and access to a network for specialists. This unit is well-staffed with ancillary support, management, supervisors and multiple nurse educators & coordinators - on each shift! Multimodal orientation program utilizing latest evidence-based online education programs, inactive classroom lectures, and high-fidelity simulation . The perk of a smaller, community hospital is that you will never get lost in a crowd. We provide individual and tailored orientation for every nurse that comes through our doors. The Patient Care Technician role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in patients’ lives while gaining hands-on clinical experience and building a strong foundation for career growth in healthcare while working alongside a collaborative care team dedicated to delivering high-quality, compassionate patient care. The Patient Care Technician Will: Provided safe, age-appropriate patient care, assisting with activities of daily living, mobility, elimination, and personal care while promoting patient dignity and safety. Monitored and accurately documented vital signs, weights, intake/output, and other physiological parameters; promptly reported significant changes in patient condition to nursing staff. Assisted with treatments, procedures, dressing changes, specimen collection, point-of-care testing, and physician examinations in accordance with hospital policies and procedures. Provided one-to-one patient observation as needed, recognized changes in patient condition or safety concerns, and responded appropriately to emergency situations. Collaborated effectively with nurses, physicians, and interdisciplinary team members while maintaining clear communication, accurate documentation, and patient-centered care. Make a meaningful difference every day. As a Patient Care Technician, you’ll provide hands-on care, support patient safety and comfort, recognize important changes in condition, and work alongside nurses and the broader care team to help patients achieve the best possible outcomes. Schedule Details Job Type: Per Diem Shift: Days Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend Benefits That Support You At Baystate Health, you get the best of both worlds: the resources, stability, and career opportunities of a large integrated healthcare system with the supportive culture of a community-focused organization. Depending on eligibility, benefits may include: Competitive Pay & Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision coverage, including local Health New England plans. Tuition & Training: Tuition assistance, CEUs, and professional development opportunities. Career Growth: Clinical advancement, leadership development, and internal career opportunities. Regional Opportunities: Career options across Baystate Health hospitals, practices, and services throughout western Massachusetts. Retirement: Retirement savings and employer match. Paid Time Off: Generous PTO for eligible employees. Additional Benefits: Shift differential eligible About Baystate Health Baystate Health is an integrated healthcare system serving patients and communities throughout western Massachusetts. Our network includes Baystate Medical Center, Baystate Children's Hospital, Baystate Noble Hospital, Baystate Franklin Medical Center, Baystate Wing Hospital, Baystate Medical Practices, and Baystate Home Health & Hospice . Whether you provide direct patient care, clinical services, or operational support, your work at Baystate Health helps improve the health of the communities we serve. Required Skills High School diploma or GED BLS CPR Certification through American Heart Association Preferred Qualifications & Skills At least one year of patient care experience (this experience can vary in level of long-term care, specialty, acute care PCT training or CNA training Start Your Career at Baystate Health You Belong at Baystate. Education: GED or HiSET (Required) Certifications: Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Certified Nurse Aide - Other Compensation Note: The compensation range(s) in the table below represent the base salaries for all positions at a given grade across the health system. Typically, a new hire can expect a starting salary somewhere in the lower part of the range. Actual salaries may vary by position and will be determined based on the candidate's relevant experience. No employee will be paid below the minimum of the range. Pay ranges are listed as hourly for non-exempt employees and based on assumed full time commitment for exempt employees. Minimum - Midpoint - Maximum $17.01 - $21.57 - $28.08 Equal Employment Opportunity Employer Baystate Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, disability, or protected veteran status.