Patient Care Assistant / 36 Hours / Nights / 4BC7C

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Boston is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support patients with daily activities, vital sign monitoring, and documentation. The role requires strong communication skills and the ability to follow instructions. Join a dedicated team and contribute to exceptional patient care in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus of $750

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in patient care/elder care preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with daily living tasks like bathing and dressing.
• Performs vital signs and documentation accurately.
• Interacts effectively with patients and families.

Skills

Customer Service

Medical Terminology

Instruction Following

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.

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.

A $750.00 sign-on bonus is being offered to eligible new employees hired in our PCA positions.

Job 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

1. Performs vital signs, weights/heights, intakes, and outputs with accuracy and within established time frame and/or as requested.
2. Completes all documentation in the medical record as required.
3. Interacts with patients and their families effectively.
4. Helps patients with basic hygiene tasks, including bathing, dressing, toileting assistance, and feeding.
5. Assists with turning and repositioning patients in bed and moving them between bed and wheelchair as needed.
6. Listens to health concerns from patients and reports them to nurses.

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) Certification - preferred

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - preferred

Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic (Massachusetts) - preferred

Nursing Assistant (LNA - New Hampshire) - preferred

Experience

Experience working in patient care/elder care 1-2 years 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 computer skills for electronic medical records.

Additional Job Details

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing 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 Type

Onsite

Work Location

75 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

36

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. 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.