MGH Critical Care Tech (PCA) - Medical ICU

The General Hospital Corporation; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

The General Hospital Corporation is seeking a Critical Care Technician for the Mass General Brigham system, based in Boston, MA. This role requires Day and Night availability with rotating weekends and holidays, supporting the 18-bed Blake 7 ICU in delivering patient care under licensed personnel supervision.

Ideal candidates have 0–1 years of inpatient experience and hold BLS, CMA, EMT-Paramedic MA, and LNA NH credentials. Onsite, full-time position with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• BLS Certification, CMA, EMT-Paramedic MA, and LNA NH certifications required/preferred as listed.
• Experience in inpatient acute care settings is favored.

Responsibilities

• Assist with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, feeding).
• Take and document vital signs, EKGs, and other basic patient assessments.
• Support with admissions/discharges and 1:1 patient observation.
• Assist with phlebotomy and specimen handling.
• Maintain clean, stocked patient rooms and equipment as needed.
• Document in Electronic Health Records accurately.

Skills

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

EKG

Ambulation assistance

Electronic Health Records

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred

Licenses: BLS, CMA, EMT-Paramedic MA, LNA NH

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

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 Summary

Schedule:

• Days (7am-7pm) and Nights (7pm-7am)
• Mandatory weekend shifts every other week.
• Holiday rotating schedule.

MGH Medical Intensive Care Unit is seeking a Critical Care Technician, with Day and Night availability, and to provide rotating weekend and holiday coverage.

Blake 7 is an eighteen bed Adult Medical Intensive Care Unit, located in Boston, MA. This is a multidisciplinary unit with a variety of complex respiratory and medical patients. The unit cares for patients who may require treatments that include CVVH and ECMO. Notable diagnosis includes but not limited to sepsis, gastrointestinal, genitourinary, heme-oncology, cardiac, neurology, and infectious diseases such as H1N1, suspect Ebola virus and the novel Corona Virus.

Only applicants seeking full-time 36-40 hours permanent employment will be strongly considered for an interview. Ideal applicant should have at least 1 year of inpatient experience within an acute care setting.

Summary

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? Yes

Essential 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.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?

No.

Licenses and Credentials

• Basic Life Support [BLS Certification]
• Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification]
• Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic [Massachusetts]
• Nursing Assistant [LNA - New Hampshire]

Experience

Experience working in patient care/elder care 0-1 years preferred

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 computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• Remote Type
• Onsite
• Work Location
• 273 Charles Street
• Scheduled Weekly Hours
• 24
• Employee Type
• Regular
• Work Shift
• Rotating (United States of America)
• Pay Range
• $20.58 - $26.58/Hourly
• Grade
• 3

At 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.