Compassionate Patient Care Assistant - Onsite, Day Shift

Mass General Brigham; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a patient care assistant to support RN-led clinical workflows at North Shore Medical Center. You will assist with vital signs, specimen collection, room readiness, and communications with nursing staff to ensure safe, compassionate patient care.

The role requires high school diploma (preferred), BLS, and healthcare experience; strong multitasking and teamwork are essential. Onsite position with a typical 36-hour week; hourly pay range $20.58–$25.28 plus benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• BLS Certification required or preferred.
• LNA - New Hampshire certification preferred.
• Healthcare experience 1-2 years required.
• Typing skills and computer experience required.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care-related duties and clinical functions as assigned, including vitals, EKGs, bathing and basic needs.
• Ensure patient rooms are stocked, equipped, and cleaned as needed.
• Performs specimen collection and documents information.
• Retrieve and set up equipment, clean between patient uses, report malfunctions.
• Document patient information such as height, weight, intake/output, and glucose results.
• Assist patients with food tray setup and eating if necessary.
• Communicate with nursing staff about patient care and conditions.
• Receive and direct Medical Staff, patients, and visitors.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Medical terminology

Typing skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

BLS Certification

LNA - NH

Job description

Mass General Brigham is seeking a patient care assistant to support RN-led clinical workflows at North Shore Medical Center. You will assist with vital signs, specimen collection, room readiness, and communications with nursing staff to ensure safe, compassionate patient care.

The role requires high school diploma (preferred), BLS, and healthcare experience; strong multitasking and teamwork are essential. Onsite position with a typical 36-hour week; hourly pay range $20.58–$25.28 plus benefits.