Patient Care Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth pathways

Job summary

The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation is seeking a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to support patients with daily living activities and basic clinical tasks in a hospital setting. Under licensed supervision, you will take vital signs, assist with mobility, document care, and communicate health concerns to the nursing team.

A $750 sign-on bonus, tuition reimbursement, and pathways into nursing are available.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds and assist with patient mobility.
• Strong patient/customer service skills; good communication.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
• Take vital signs including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.
• Document in the medical record and report health concerns to nurses.
• Support patients with mobility and basic hygiene tasks.
• Work under supervision of licensed personnel in a collaborative team.

Skills

Patient care skills

Medical terminology

EMR/Computer skills

Communication skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Site: The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital CorporationMass 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 SummaryWe're offering a $750 sign-on bonus to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process.Join Spaulding Rehabilitation Network, one of the nation's premier rehabilitation hospitals and a recognized leader in patient recovery, innovation, and compassionate care. As part of the Mass General Brigham system, Spaulding is known for its commitment to clinical excellence, groundbreaking rehabilitation research, and outstanding patient outcomes.As a Patient Care Assistant (PCA), you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day, helping patients regain independence and achieve their recovery goals. You'll work alongside an experienced interdisciplinary team in a supportive environment that values collaboration, continuous learning, and professional development. Whether you're beginning your healthcare career or looking to advance within a world-class organization, Spaulding offers opportunities for growth through hands-on experience, mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and pathways into nursing and other clinical careers.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? YesPerforms vital signs, weights/heights, intakes, and outputs with accuracy and within established time frame and/or as requested.Completes all documentation in the medical record as required.Interacts with patients and their families effectively.Helps patients with a number of basic hygiene tasks. This may include bathing and dressing patients, helping them use the toilet if needed, and feeding them.Assist with helping patients turn and reposition themselves in bed as needed and help them move between the bed and a wheelchair if they use one.Listens to any health concerns patients may have and report those concerns to the nurses.QualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent preferredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?NoLicenses and CredentialsBasic Life Support [BLS] - Generic - HR Only preferred Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification] - Generic - HR Only preferred Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician [National Certification] - Generic - HR Only preferred Nursing Assistant [LNA - New Hampshire] - New Hampshire Board of Nursing preferredExperienceExperience working in patient care/elder care 0-1 year preferredKnowledge, Skills and AbilitiesAbility 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)Physical RequirementsStanding Frequently (34-66%)Walking Frequently (34-66%)Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbsPushing Occasionally (3-33%)Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)Balancing Frequently (34-66%)Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)Reaching Frequently (34-66%)Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)Feeling Constantly (67-100%)Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)Talking Constantly (67-100%)Hearing Constantly (67-100%)Remote TypeOnsiteWork Location300 First AvenueScheduled Weekly Hours36Employee TypeRegularWork ShiftDay (United States of America)Pay Range$20.58 - $26.58/HourlyGrade3At 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. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.EEO Statement:1400 The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.Mass General Brigham Competency FrameworkAt Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.