Emergency Service Assistant BWH

Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Inc. is seeking an Emergency Services Assistant (36hr day shift) in the BWH Emergency Department. A $750 sign-on bonus is offered for eligible new ESA hires.

You will assist with activities of daily living, vital signs, phlebotomy, EHR documentation, and patient throughput, under licensed personnel supervision. The role requires assisting with admissions/discharges, equipment setup, and effective communication with the care team; prior CNA/PCT/MA/EMT experience and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• CNA/PCT/MA/EMT or commensurate experience required.
• Bi-lingual skills preferred; strong patient/customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living for patients (bathing, dressing, eating).
• Perform/record vital signs, EKGs, intake/output, and phlebotomy as assigned.
• Assist with admitting/discharging patients and room turnover.
• Document in EHR; communicate with nursing staff and care team.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Medical terminology

Bi-lingual

Customer service

EHR/EMR

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

CNA

PCT

MA

EMT

Job description

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.Job SummaryEmergency Services Assistant - 36hr Day - BWH Emergency DepartmentA $750.00 sign on bonus is being offered to eligible new employees hired in our ESA positions.Working under the direction of licensed personnel, assists patients with activities of daily living tasks such as bathing, dressing, and eating. Also assists with taking patients' temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.Does this position require Patient Care? YesEssential Functions- Performs patient care-related duties and clinical functions as assigned, including, but not limited to, performing and documenting point of care, vital signs, EKGs, bathing and other sanitary needs of patients, transferring and assisting with ambulation of patients, 1:1 patient observation for safety purposes, and phlebotomy. Assist RNs and physicians with other exams and treatments as required.- Completes all documentation such as height, weight, intake of fluids and food, output of urine/stool/vomit/other drainage, and blood glucose results in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).- Assists patients with food tray setup, eating, and feeding, as needed.- Ensures that patient rooms are stocked, equipped, and cleaned appropriately, as needs indicate and as patient volumes change.- Retrieves equipment from other areas, sets up equipment, cleans equipment between patient use, and reports malfunctioning equipment per organizational policy.- Assists with admitting and discharging patients.- Facilitates orientation of new PCA team members as directed.- Interacts with patients, visitors, and other care team members effectively- Communicates with nursing staff effectively and in a timely manner regarding issues related to patient care and condition.- Fosters a positive, collaborative team environment that promotes teamwork and professional growth.QualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent preferredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?NoLicenses and Experience- Certification as a CNA, PCT, MA, EMT or commensurate experience required. If the state of MA is not offering CNA exams at the time of hire, documentation of successful completion of full CNA course work will suffice.- Nursing student who has completed her/his fundamentals of nursing with a clinical component (clinical rotation or simulation lab). For nursing students hired as PCAs, strongly prefer nursing students enrolled in BSN programs or direct-entry Masters’ programs.- Previous ESA/PCA experience preferred.- Bi-lingual skills preferred.- Knowledge of medical terminology.- May not currently hold a valid nursing license.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities- 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 efficiently with electronic medical records.Additional Job Details (if applicable)Remote TypeOnsiteWork Location45 Francis StreetScheduled Weekly Hours36Employee TypeRegularWork ShiftDay (United States of America)Pay Range$20.58 - $26.58/HourlyGrade3At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.EEO Statement:2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.Mass General Brigham Competency FrameworkAt Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.