Patient Care Tech - Urgent Care

Melrose Wakefield Hospital
US - Massachusetts - Medford
November 15, 2024

MelroseWakefield Hospital, part of the Tufts Medicine system, has been offering the highest quality and accessible healthcare to the local community for over 130 years.
With two hospital campuses, Level III Trauma Center, Level III Special Care Nursery, Breast Health Center, Cardiovascular Center and over 20 locations and 50 specialties, MelroseWakefield Hospital offers many opportunities to grow your career.

If you are passionate about providing care in your local community, come join our team!

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.

Minimum Qualifications:

1.
High school diploma or equivalent

2.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or equivalent

3.
Successful completion of courses in EKG and Phlebotomy (only for Critical Care and ED)

4.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

5.
One (1) years experience in health care or nursing services

Preferred Qualifications:

1.
Three (3) years experience in health care or nursing services

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.

6.
Prepares and administers hot and cold applications including sitz bath, soaks and packs.

7.
Applies supportive appliances, i.e.
slings, ace bandages, elastic stockings and binders, when appropriate.

8.
Obtains, documents and reconciles allergy and medication lists.

9.
Collects and prepares specimens and relevant documentation for transportation to off-site laboratory, assuring accuracy in labeling and documenting.
Update and reconcile all lab results in EMR.

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 MelroseWakefield Hospital:

MelroseWakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford are two campuses with one community in mind:
the people of north suburban Boston.
MelroseWakefield Hospital and Lawrence Memorial Hospital are distinguished by the range of high-quality clinical care and services.
Our teams welcome everyone with hospitality and humanity.
We focus on reducing health disparities through 40+ local health programs across a system of hospitals, urgent care locations, outpatient services, and community physicians.

Core to our values, MelroseWakefield Hospital's commitment to community is demonstrated by our many local health programs throughout our service area and participation in partnerships with community agencies and events, and education programs in more than 10 communities to support the wellness and health of our residents.

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts.
Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine.
Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at careers@tuftsmedicine.org.

Read the full job description and apply online on the recuiter's web-site

Patient Care Tech - Urgent Care

Patient Care Tech - Urgent Care

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