Patient Care Assistant / 36 Hours rotating / 5AB

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

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as a Patient Care Assistant, where you will support patients with daily activities and vital signs while working under licensed personnel. This role offers a $750 sign-on bonus and requires effective communication skills and a high school diploma. Be part of a team dedicated to exceptional patient care and community service at Mass General Brigham.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with daily living tasks such as bathing and dressing.
• Performs vital signs and documents in medical records.
• Interacts effectively with patients and families.

Skills

Patient/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.

Job Summary

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

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

• Performs 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 basic hygiene tasks including bathing, dressing, toileting, and feeding.
• Assists with turning and repositioning patients and moving them between bed and wheelchair.
• Listens to health concerns and reports them to nurses.

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred. This role does not accept experience in lieu of a degree.

Licenses and Credentials

• Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred
• Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred
• Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic [Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Office of Emergency Medical Services preferred
• Nursing Assistant [LNA - New Hampshire] - New Hampshire Board of Nursing preferred

Experience

1-2 years working in patient care or elder care preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Strong patient/customer service skills.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Proficient in 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+ (with assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20-35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely
• Balancing Frequently
• Stooping Occasionally
• Kneeling Occasionally
• Crouching Occasionally
• Crawling Rarely
• Reaching Frequently
• Gross and Fine Manipulation Frequently
• Feeling Constantly
• Vision (Far and Near) Constantly
• Talking and Hearing Constantly

Remote Type: Onsite

Work Location: 75 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 36

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: Rotating (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 protected status. Reasonable accommodations are provided for individuals with disabilities. For accommodations, contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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