Oncology Patient Care Assistant: Vital Signs & Comfort

Brigham and Women's Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, MA is seeking a patient care assistant to support licensed staff in daily patient care. The role includes helping patients with activities of daily living, measuring vital signs, and maintaining accurate documentation in the medical record.

This onsite position requires compassion and teamwork to ensure high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, assisting with hygiene, mobility, and basic care tasks, and promptly

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Experience in patient care/elder care 1–2 years preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and assist with patient mobility.
• Proficiency with electronic medical records.
• Basic knowledge of medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Performs vital signs, weights/heights, intakes, and outputs.
• Completes all documentation in the medical record.
• Interacts with patients and families effectively.
• Helps patients with bathing, dressing, toileting, and feeding as needed.
• Assists with turning and repositioning in bed and transfers to wheelchairs.
• Reports health concerns to nurses.

Skills

Strong patient service skills

Ability to lift up to 35 pounds

Electronic medical records proficiency

Knowledge of medical terminology

Ability to follow instructions

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred

Job description

Brigham and Women's Hospital in Boston, MA is seeking a patient care assistant to support licensed staff in daily patient care. The role includes helping patients with activities of daily living, measuring vital signs, and maintaining accurate documentation in the medical record.

This onsite position requires compassion and teamwork to ensure high-quality patient care. Responsibilities include monitoring vital signs, assisting with hygiene, mobility, and basic care tasks, and promptly