Patient Care Technician

Patient Care Technician - South 5 Telemetry - 5171Patient Care Technician - South 5 TelemetryDepartment: South 5Hours: 24.00 per weekShift: NightsWork Schedule: 6:30p-7aWeekend Requirement: Every Third WeekendComprehensive Benefits Offered:Competitive and affordable benefits packageShift DifferentialsContinuing Education assistanceTuition reimbursementStudent Loan relief through FiduciusQuick commute access from I-84, Route 9 and surrounding areasSummary:The Smarter Choice for your Career!Come join one of Connecticut's Top Workplaces for a fifth year in a row, and a 6 time Magnet designated organization! At Middlesex Health, we have a unique combination of award-winning talent, world-class technology, and patient-first care that's making health care better. Through our affiliation with the Mayo Clinic Care Network, Middlesex Health has access to the most advanced medical knowledge and research available.All of our Patient Care Technicians at Middlesex provide the safest, highest-quality care to our patients under the direction of the Registered Nurse. Daily responsibilities include but are not limited to assisting with activities of daily living, (ex. basic hygiene, toileting, nutrition, etc.), collecting and documenting data points (ex. vital signs, blood glucose monitoring, etc.), performing direct patient observation, reinforcing patient education, and participating in creating a positive environment for patients, families, and staff.Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experienceExperience in a patient care environment such as a CNA, EMT, Medical Assistant, Nursing Student, or Pre-Physician Assistant studentQualities of accountability, multitasking, organization and good communication skillsPreferred Qualifications:Hospital experienceCertification as a nursing assistant (CNA) or Patient Care Technician (PCT)