Patient Care Technician (PCT)- Inpatient

Baystate Health is hiring Patient Care Technicians (PCTs) across multiple inpatient departments at Baystate Wing Hospital in Palmer, Massachusetts. This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable hands-on clinical experience while providing compassionate care to patients in a supportive nursing environment.

Clinical Setting

You will work in multiple inpatient departments at Baystate Wing Hospital, a facility within the Baystate Health integrated healthcare system serving western Massachusetts.

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate patient care, assisting with daily activities, mobility, hygiene, and comfort
• Monitor and document vital signs, intake/output, and changes in patient condition
• Assist with patient safety, treatments, procedures, and specimen collection
• Collaborate with nurses and interdisciplinary teams to deliver safe, high-quality care

Schedule

• Employment Type: Full-Time, Part-Time, and Per Diem positions available
• Shift: Nights, primarily 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
• Weekend Requirement: Every other weekend
• Hours vary by position; specific schedules and available departments will be discussed during the recruitment process

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED
• BLS CPR Certification through the American Heart Association

Preferred Qualifications

• At least one year of patient care experience, including long-term care, specialty care, or acute care
• PCT training or CNA training

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation Range: $17.01 to $22.81 per hour (minimum to maximum). New hires typically start in the lower part of the range; actual salary varies by position and relevant experience.

Benefits (eligibility-dependent):

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Tuition assistance and professional development opportunities
• Retirement savings with employer match
• Paid time off for eligible employees
• Shift differentials for eligible positions and schedules
• Career advancement opportunities within Baystate Health