Mental Health Care Assistant (Inpatient) – Rotating Units

UMass Memorial Health; Marlborough (MA); On-site; USD 25,843 - 41,272; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

May offer a signing bonus

Ongoing education programs

Job summary

UMass Memorial Health in Marlborough is looking for a Mental Health Assistant to provide patient care and support for adult and geriatric patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Responsibilities include performing patient care activities, ensuring comfort and safety, and proper documentation.

Candidates should possess certification or equivalent experience, and the position may require American Heart Association certification upon hire. The role is pivotal in providing emotional and physical support in a renowned health system.

Qualifications

• Certification or equivalent experience required.
• Ability to receive on the job training under close supervision.
• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates understanding of comfort/safety measures required of the population served.
• Performs patient care activities as prescribed by the registered nurse.
• Adheres to standards of care appropriate to patients assigned.

Skills

Patient care activities

Documentation

Comfort/safety measures

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

American Heart Association certification

Certification or equivalent experience

Job description

UMass Memorial Health in Marlborough is looking for a Mental Health Assistant to provide patient care and support for adult and geriatric patients under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Responsibilities include performing patient care activities, ensuring comfort and safety, and proper documentation.

Candidates should possess certification or equivalent experience, and the position may require American Heart Association certification upon hire. The role is pivotal in providing emotional and physical support in a renowned health system.