Procedural Recovery Unit Patient Care Assistant I BWH

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Saint John; On-site; CAD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate and dedicated individual to assist patients in their daily activities. This role involves performing essential patient care tasks, including monitoring vital signs and providing support with hygiene and mobility. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and a passion for helping others, ensuring that patients receive the highest level of care. If you are looking to make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to contribute to patient well-being in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in inpatient/hospital care is required.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with daily living tasks such as bathing and dressing.
• Performs vital signs and documents patient information accurately.

Skills

Patient Care Skills

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Medical Terminology Knowledge

Customer Service Skills

Ability to Follow Instructions

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Electronic Medical Records Software

Job description

Summary: Working under the direction of licensed personnel, assists patients with activities of daily living tasks such as bathing, dressing, and eating. Also assists with taking patients' temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes.

Essential Functions:

1. Performs vital signs, weights/heights, intakes, and outputs with accuracy and within established time frames or as requested.
2. Completes all documentation in the medical record as required.
3. Interacts effectively with patients and their families.
4. Helps patients with basic hygiene tasks, including bathing, dressing, toileting, and feeding.
5. Assists patients with turning, repositioning in bed, and transferring between bed and wheelchair.
6. Listens to patients' health concerns and reports them to nurses.

Education:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No.

Licenses and Credentials:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - preferred.
• Certified Medical Assistant (National Certification) - preferred.

Experience:

Experience working in inpatient/hospital care required.

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 for electronic medical records.

Physical Requirements:

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (with assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity in the workplace and providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities.