Patient Care Assistant - 24 Hour Rotating Shift

Spaulding Hospital - Boston and Cambridge; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking compassionate individuals to assist patients with daily living activities. This role involves working closely with licensed personnel to provide essential support, including taking vital signs and helping patients with hygiene tasks. Ideal candidates will have strong customer service skills and the ability to follow instructions effectively. If you are looking to make a meaningful impact in patient care and thrive in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in patient or elder care preferred.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
• Performs vital signs and documents in medical records as required.

Skills

Patient Care

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Medical Terminology

Customer Service

Electronic Medical Records

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Summary
Working under the supervision of licensed personnel, assists patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and eating. Also assists with taking vital signs, including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.

Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes

Essential Functions
- Performs vital signs, weights/heights, intakes, and outputs accurately and within the required timeframe.
- Completes all documentation in the medical record as required.
- Interacts effectively with patients and their families.
- Assists patients with basic hygiene tasks, including bathing, dressing, toileting, and feeding.
- Helps patients turn, reposition, and transfer between bed and wheelchair as needed.
- Listens to patient 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 (CMA) - preferred
- Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic (Massachusetts) - preferred
- Nursing Assistant (LNA) - New Hampshire - preferred

Experience
1-2 years of experience in patient or elder care preferred.

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 with electronic medical records.

Physical Requirements

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

The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, or other protected status. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process, and for performing essential job functions.