Compassionate Patient Care Associate for Senior Living

Hebrew SeniorLife; Dedham (MA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Hebrew SeniorLife in Dedham, MA seeks a Patient Care Associate to protect, sustain, and nurture residents, assisting with daily living activities and the patient’s environment while promoting a high quality of life.

The PCA works as part of a care team, participates in daily huddles and care planning, and maintains HIPAA privacy and safety practices to deliver compassionate, high-quality care. This on-site role emphasizes dignity, independence, and collaboration with nursing staff.

Qualifications

• Long term chronic care PCA CNA certification preferred in good standing upon hire or current enrollment in a nursing program.
• Fluent English skills required – verbal and written.
• Computer literacy and ability to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Recognize and respond to patient and family needs; communicate changes to nursing staff.
• Follow Safe Patient Handling and infection control practices; assist with daily living activities.
• Document care in the electronic medical record and participate in care planning meetings.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Teamwork

Patient care

Education

CNA certification

Nursing school enrollment

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

Hebrew SeniorLife in Dedham, MA seeks a Patient Care Associate to protect, sustain, and nurture residents, assisting with daily living activities and the patient’s environment while promoting a high quality of life.

The PCA works as part of a care team, participates in daily huddles and care planning, and maintains HIPAA privacy and safety practices to deliver compassionate, high-quality care. This on-site role emphasizes dignity, independence, and collaboration with nursing staff.