Emergency Care Aide: Fast-Paced ED Support & Patient Care

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is seeking an Emergency Services Assistant for the 36-hour Day shift in the BWH Emergency Department. A $750 sign-on bonus is offered to eligible new hires in ESA positions.

The role supports patient care under licensed staff, assisting with daily living activities, vital signs, and documentation in the EHR. Requires high school diploma and CNA/PCT/MA/EMT certification or equivalent experience.

Qualifications

• Requires 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 in computer skills to work with electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care-related duties and clinical tasks, including vital signs, EKGs, bathing, and ambulation support.
• Assist RNs and physicians with exams and treatments as needed.
• Document intake/outputs and vital data in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Assist with meals and feeding as needed.
• Ensure patient rooms are stocked, clean, and equipped.

Skills

Written and oral instructions

Medical terminology

Patient/customer service

Lifting to 35 lbs

EMR proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is seeking an Emergency Services Assistant for the 36-hour Day shift in the BWH Emergency Department. A $750 sign-on bonus is offered to eligible new hires in ESA positions.

The role supports patient care under licensed staff, assisting with daily living activities, vital signs, and documentation in the EHR. Requires high school diploma and CNA/PCT/MA/EMT certification or equivalent experience.