Compassionate Patient Care Assistant - Onsite Per Diem

The General Hospital Corporation; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Per Diem Patient Care Technician to assist patients with daily living activities and monitor vital signs on-site at 75 Francis Street, Boston. The role involves documenting in EMR, communicating health concerns to nurses, and supporting basic hygiene and mobility needs.

Requirements include a high school diploma (preferred) and relevant certifications (BLS, CMA, or Nursing Assistant) are preferred. Experience in patient or elder care (0–1 year) is encouraged.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• BLS certification preferred.
• CMA or Nursing Assistant certifications preferred.
• 0–1 year of patient care/elder care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs vital signs, weights/heights, intakes, and outputs with accuracy and within established time frames.
• Completes all documentation in the medical record as required.
• Interacts with patients and their families effectively.
• Assists with hygiene tasks and feeding as needed.
• Assists with turning/repositioning in bed and transfers to wheelchairs.
• Reports health concerns to nurses.

Skills

Follow written and oral instructions

Medical terminology

Patient/customer service

Lift up to 35 pounds

EMR proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

BLS Certification (preferred)

Certified Medical Assistant (preferred)

Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician (preferred)

Nursing Assistant (LNA) NH Board preferred

Job description

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Per Diem Patient Care Technician to assist patients with daily living activities and monitor vital signs on-site at 75 Francis Street, Boston. The role involves documenting in EMR, communicating health concerns to nurses, and supporting basic hygiene and mobility needs.

Requirements include a high school diploma (preferred) and relevant certifications (BLS, CMA, or Nursing Assistant) are preferred. Experience in patient or elder care (0–1 year) is encouraged.