Emergency Department Care Associate – Day Shift

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is seeking an Emergency Services Assistant for a 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 licensed staff by assisting with activities of daily living, vital signs, phlebotomy, documentation in the Electronic Health Record, and patient observation, while fostering a collaborative team environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Certification as CNA, PCT, MA, EMT or commensurate experience required.
• Bi-lingual skills preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Nursing student with clinical components; BSN/direct-entry Masters programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient care-related duties and clinical functions, including vital signs and EKGs.
• Documents intake, output, and vitals in the EHR.
• Assists with feeding and meal tray setup.
• Maintains stocked and clean patient rooms.
• Assists with admitting and discharging patients.
• Facilitates orientation of new PCA team members and communicates with nursing staff.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

EHR/documentation

Customer service

Medical terminology

Phlebotomy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Nursing student in BSN/direct-entry programs

CNA/EMT/MA/PCT certification or equivalent experience

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is seeking an Emergency Services Assistant for a 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 licensed staff by assisting with activities of daily living, vital signs, phlebotomy, documentation in the Electronic Health Record, and patient observation, while fostering a collaborative team environment.