MGH Patient Care Assistant - Medical Unit

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

Job summary

The General Hospital Corporation in Boston, MA is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) for per diem coverage with day and night shifts, including weekends and holidays. The role supports the care team on a 20-bed General Medicine unit with emphasis on compassionate, patient-centered care.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or equivalent, BLS, and related certifications. Per diem on onsite work location at 267 Charles Street; salary range provided below.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in patient care/elder care 0-1 year preferred.
• BLS certification required; CMA/Nurse Assistant certifications.

Responsibilities

• Perform vital signs, EKGs, and document procedures.
• Assist with bathing, dressing, eating, and mobility of patients.
• Assist with admitting and discharging patients.
• Maintain clean, stocked patient rooms and report equipment issues.
• Collaborate with RNs and physicians to support care plans.

Skills

Patient care

Medical terminology

Customer service

EMR

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Certified Medical Assistant (National Certification)

Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician (National Certification)

Job description

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-3pm,7am-7pm) and Nights (7pm-7am, 11pm-7am). Mandatory weekend shifts every month. Holiday rotating schedule.

Phillips 20 is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA), with Day and Night availability, to provide rotating weekend and holiday coverage.

The General Medicine unit is a twenty-bed medical unit located in Boston, MA. The unit is committed to delivering high quality patient care that is focused on the unique, individualized needs of patients with a wide variety of acute medical illnesses and chronic diseases. The staff is highly regarded by physicians and other interdisciplinary colleagues for their clinical expertise in caring for patients at every point on the adult healthcare continuum by providing holistic, complex, and compassionate care.

Applicants seeking per diem employment and have weekly availability will be strongly considered for this role.

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]
• Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification]
• Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician [National Certification]

Experience

Experience working in patient care/elder care 0-1 year 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 in computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location 267 Charles Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours 0

Employee Type Per Diem

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.

EEO Statement

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal