Patient Care Tech (MIU)

Job Overview 

Under the supervision of nursing clinical staff, performs various clinical, administrative services in  designated area according to the policies, procedures, philosophy, and objectives of the department and hospital.  Works cooperatively within department and other services to create a system of quality health care. 

Hours: Part-Time / 32 hours a week / Evenings / 3pm-11pm/ eow

Job Description 

Minimum Qualifications: 

1. High school diploma or equivalent 

2. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification 

3. One (1) year experience in health care or nursing services 

Preferred Qualifications: 

1. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or equivalent.

2. Three (3) years experience in health care or nursing services.

3. Successful completion of courses in EKG and Phlebotomy. 

Duties and Responsibilities: The duties and responsibilities listed below are intended to describe the general nature of work and are not intended to be an all-inclusive list.  Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned. 

1. Assists with any examinations, procedures, tests, treatments that have been taught through formal training which main include: Using glucometer, hoyer lift, obtaining vital signs, urinalysis, blood glucose, microalbumin, and A1C.  Takes vital signs and weights. 

2. Assists patients with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) in a manner which maintains patient privacy and safety.  Prepares patients for meals, assists with meals or feeds patient as necessary.  Responds to call lights in a timely manner.  Assists with ambulation and/or transfers. 

3. Provides complete hygienic care to patients which may include distributing linens, making beds, changing linens, changing briefs, bedpans, urinals, and catheters. Administers cleansing enemas. 

4. Applies principles of prevention to maintain skin integrity and skeletal muscular alignment. Changes simple dry sterile dressings.  

5. Assists self-care Ostomy patients with pouching and preventative skin care. 

What We Offer: 

• Competitive salaries & benefits
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits that start on day one.
• 403(b) retirement plans with company match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Free on-campus parking
• Guaranteed hours and set schedules.
• Professional Growth opportunities

 
About Lowell General
For more than 125 years, Lowell General has served the Greater Lowell community with pride. We balance the first-rate care of a premier medical center with the warmth of a thre