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Critical Care Technician (PCA), MICU/ Full-time

Massachusetts General Hospital
vision insurance, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, retirement plan
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
273 Charles Street (Show on map)
Jan 14, 2025
Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU) is seeking a Critical Care Technician (CCT), with Day and Night shift availability, and to provide rotating weekend and holiday coverage. Blake 7 is an eighteen bed Adult Medical Intensive Care Unit, located in Boston MA. This is a multidisciplinary unit with a variety of complex respiratory and medical patients. The unit cares for patients who may require treatments that include CVVH and ECMO. Notable diagnosis includes but not limited to sepsis, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, heme-oncology, cardiac, neurology, and infectious diseases such as H1N1(2005), suspect Ebola virus (2014) and the novel Corona Virus (2020). Under the direction of a registered nurse (RN), the CCT assists the multi-disciplinary health care team in clinical support functions to promote a safe, compassionate patient care environment. What are we looking for? Assisting the healthcare team, the CCT promotes a safe and caring environment for patients under the mentorship of an RN. CCT assists patients with daily living needs, monitoring & reading vital signs, drawing blood, and obtaining EKGs. Responds to patient requests in a timely manner, safeguarding patient confidentiality, monitoring patient safety, and always communicating in a respectful manner. Effective customer service orientation and the ability to interact with diverse groups of patients, staff and providers. Demonstrated ability to solve basic patient and practice problems using a combination of strong interpersonal and communication skills, attention to detail and superior organizational skills. Ability to lift and transport patients, using the appropriate physical technique, in a safe manner for the patient and self. Must have at least 1 year of inpatient experience within an acute care setting. Required: Must have recent experience and/or training in clinical patient care. Preferred: Licensed, certified, or enrolled student in a Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, Mental Health Technician, or EMT-accredited program at the time of hire-OR- Candidate enrolled in a Nursing, Pre-Med, PA undergraduate program, with at least one semester of patient care rotations completed at time of hire. Schedule: Days (7am-7pm) and Nights (7pm-7am) Mandatory weekend shifts every month What do we have to offer? Medical, Dental and Vision insurance. Tuition Reimbursement. Shift differential for evening, nights, and weekends. Generous paid time off. - Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount). Resources for childcare and emergency backup care. Hospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan. Employee "Perks" - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions. Knowledge of medical terminology. Strong patient/customer service skills. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds. Proficient computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records. Mass General Hospital is a world-renowned hospital that provides the highest quality care to patients. We are a leader in medical research and education, and we are committed to providing our employees with an exciting and fulfilling career. Our culture is one of collaboration, innovation, and diversity. We believe that by working together, we can achieve outstanding things. We are also committed to providing our employees with a work-life balance that allows them to thrive both authoritatively and personally. If you are looking for a significant and exciting career in medicine, then Mass General Hospital is the place for you! We offer a variety of career opportunities, so you can find a position that fits your interests and skills. We also offer several benefits, so you can be sure that you are well-compensated for your hard work. The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a 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.