Per Diem Roles

UMass Memorial Health

Patient Care Technician I assisting in patient care activities and communications at UMass Memorial Health. Collaborating with healthcare team to ensure safe and quality patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Posted 7/2/2026full-timeMassachusetts • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provides clear, timely communication to the RN regarding observations and changes seen in patients
Provides constant observation of high-risk patients as assigned by the Resource Nurse or designee
Participates in the development and maintenance of a safe environment
Assists patient with daily living activities such as personal hygiene, ambulating, meals and nourishment
Takes and records vital signs (temperature, pulse, respiration, blood pressure and pulse oxymetry)
Assists RN/Licensed Independent Practitioner with treatments and procedures by preparing patient, obtaining equipment and supplies, helping to position patient, providing the patient with emotional support, and cleaning up equipment and supplies following treatment and/or procedure

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of a high school education or GED
Basic Life Support certification within 30-days as a condition of employment
Ability to read, write and communicate in English in a clear and concise manner
Basic computer skills
Basic Medical Terminology knowledge
Must be able to remain calm when under stress or in emergency situations

Benefits

Comp & perks

This position may have a signing bonus available
Health insurance
Paid time off

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Hard Skills & Tools

Vital Sign MonitoringBasic Medical TerminologyPatient ObservationDaily Living Activities Assistance

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationCalm Under Stress

Certifications

Basic Life Support Certification