Onsite Patient Care Assistant — Vital Signs & Support

Mass General Brigham; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham, North Shore Medical Center, is seeking staff to assist in clinical support functions under the direction of a licensed RN. The role emphasizes safe patient care, documentation, and teamwork within a high-performing care environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, BLS certification, and healthcare experience. Physical requirements and on-site duties are described to support patient care activities.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Licenses: BLS Certification; LNA (New Hampshire) preferred.
• Experience: Healthcare experience 1-2 years required.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care-related duties and clinical functions, including vital signs, EKGs, bathing and other sanitary needs.
• Stock patient rooms and ensure equipment is available and clean.
• Collect specimens and document information.
• Retrieve, set up and maintain equipment; report malfunctions.
• Document patient information such as height, weight, intake, output, and glucose results.
• Assist patients with food tray setup and eating.
• Communicate with nursing staff about patient care and condition.
• Receive and direct Medical Staff, patients, and visitors.

Skills

Multitasking

Medical terminology

Typing

Interpersonal skills

Oral and written communication

Safe patient handling

Education

High School Diploma or Equival ent

BLS Certification

LNA - New Hampshire

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Mass General Brigham, North Shore Medical Center, is seeking staff to assist in clinical support functions under the direction of a licensed RN. The role emphasizes safe patient care, documentation, and teamwork within a high-performing care environment.

The position requires a high school diploma or equivalent, BLS certification, and healthcare experience. Physical requirements and on-site duties are described to support patient care activities.