Patient Care Technician, Float Pool, Per Diem

Beth Israel Lahey Health

Patient Care Technician providing basic care and safety support at Beth Israel Lahey Health hospitals. Measuring vitals, assisting daily activities, and supporting nutrition under RN direction.

Posted 8/4/2026part-timeBeverly • Massachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $20 - $26 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in basic patient care activities, including measuring vital signs and performing clinical procedures, while effectively communicating with the healthcare team. Holds essential certifications such as Basic Life Support (BLS) and possesses foundational knowledge in medical terminology.

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Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)CNA CertificationVital Signs MeasurementPatient Care DeliveryMedical Terminology

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Hard Skills

Vital Signs MeasurementBasic Clinical ProceduresSpecimen CollectionIntake and Output MeasurementBasic Four-Function Math

Soft Skills

Desire to Help PeopleCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Basic Computer Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Basic Life Support Certification (BLS)CNA Certification

Industry Keywords

Patient CareHealthcare ProfessionalMulti-Skilled CaregiverPersonal CareNutritional Support

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide basic care activities and attend to patients’ personal needs, comfort, and safety
Assist with patient care delivery under the direction of the Registered Nurse
Perform trained technical, therapeutic, administrative tasks, and procedures
Participate in the patient care team as a multi-skilled caregiver
Measure vital signs, height, weight, and oxygen saturation
Report unusual observations to the nurse
Collect specimens for analysis
Record and measure intake and output
Provide personal care and assist with daily activities
Perform basic clinical procedures independently or under RN supervision
Support nutritional needs by assisting with and ordering room service, setting up meal trays, and feeding patients

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or equivalent required
Ability to read and write
Ability to perform basic four-function math
Desire to help people and/or aspirations of becoming a healthcare professional
Basic computer skills preferred
Medical terminology preferred
Basic Life Support certification (BLS) required within 90 days of hire
CNA Certification preferred but not required upon hire
Must be vaccinated against influenza as a condition of employment

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flu vaccination required as a condition of employment
Comprehensive compensation and benefits
Support for a healthy and balanced life
Shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, and overtime pay may apply