Mediabistro logo
job logo

Patient Care Technician, Virtual Safety Tech, 36 Hours (Nights / Every Other Wee

Boston Medical Center (BMC), Boston, MA, United States


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.

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 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 let us know the nature of your request.

#J-18808-Ljbffr