PACU Patient Care Tech - 12h Shifts, Weekend

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Shift differential for evenings/nights

Generous paid time off

MBTA pass subsidy

Childcare resources

Retirement plan and tax-sheltered annu

Job summary

Mass General Brigham seeks patient-focused care assistants to join the PACU unit. You will support post-anesthesia patients with daily living tasks, monitor vitals, and assist with admissions and discharges. The role requires flexibility to work both day and night shifts, with weekend coverage as needed.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent and relevant healthcare exposure; BLS and nursing assistant or EMT credentials are preferred. Competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Licenses/credentials: BLS, CMA/EMT preferred.
• Massachusetts certifications preferred as applicable.
• Experience in patient care or elder care 0–1 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living under licensed personnel.
• Take vitals and document in the EMR (temperature, BP, pulse, respiration).
• Assist with bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility as needed.
• Support documentation of care and patient observations in the EHR.
• Collaborate with RNs and physicians for exams and treatments.

Skills

Patient care

Customer service

Medical terminology

Ability to lift 35 lb

Computer skills (EMR)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

BLS preferred

Nursing Assistant/EMT license preferred

Job description

Mass General Brigham seeks patient-focused care assistants to join the PACU unit. You will support post-anesthesia patients with daily living tasks, monitor vitals, and assist with admissions and discharges. The role requires flexibility to work both day and night shifts, with weekend coverage as needed.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent and relevant healthcare exposure; BLS and nursing assistant or EMT credentials are preferred. Competitive benefits are offered.