Patient Care Assistant | Acute Medical | MGH

1200 The General Hospital Corporation; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Shift differential

Shuttle service

Perks discounts

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a per diem Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to join the adult Medicine inpatient unit in Boston, MA. Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, vital signs, EKGs, and bedside care under licensed personnel.

Shift schedules include days, nights, and mandated weekend rotations. Eligible candidates have a high school diploma or equivalent and may hold BLS or related certifications. Competitive pay and benefits accompany this role.

Qualifications

• Understanding and following 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 use electronic medical records.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, eating).
• Measures and documents vital signs and performs point-of-care tasks.
• Assists with admissions, discharges, and patient transfers.
• Maintains clean, stocked patient rooms and reports equipment issues.
• Communicates with nursing staff promptly about patient care and condition.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

EMR proficiency

Customer service

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation 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

Schedule: Days (7am-3pm, 7am-7pm) and Nights (7pm-7am, 11pm-7am) Mandatory weekend shifts every month. Holiday rotating schedule. The adult Medicine unit is in search of a highly motivated and dedicated individual to join our team as a per diem Patient Care Assistant (PCA). The adult general medicine inpatient unit has eighteen-beds for patients, and is located in Boston, MA. The unit is devoted to the care of the acutely ill and Level 1 Trauma patients from the emergency and intensive care units. The patient population on this unit includes a diverse mix of medical diagnoses requiring complex nursing care.

What do we have to Offer

• Weekly Pay
• Shift differential for evening, nights, and weekends.
• MGB Shuttle service
• Employee “Perks” - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events

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 patient care-related duties and clinical functions as assigned, including, but not limited to, performing and documenting point of care, vital signs, EKGs, bathing and other sanitary needs of patients, transferring and assisting with ambulation of patients, 1:1 patient observation for safety purposes, and phlebotomy. Assist RNs and physicians with other exams and treatments as required.
• Completes all documentation such as height, weight, intake of fluids and food, output of urine/stool/vomit/other drainage, and blood glucose results in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Assists patients with food tray setup, eating, and feeding, as needed.
• Ensures that patient rooms are stocked, equipped, and cleaned appropriately, as needs indicate and as patient volumes change.
• Retrieves equipment from other areas, sets up equipment, cleans equipment between patient use, and reports malfunctioning equipment per organizational policy.
• Assists with admitting and discharging patients.
• Facilitates orientation of new PCA team members as directed.
• Interacts with patients, visitors, and other care team members effectively.
• Communicates with nursing staff effectively and in a timely manner regarding issues related to patient care and condition.
• Fosters a positive, collaborative team environment that promotes teamwork and professional growth.

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred

Experience

Experience working in patient care/elder care 0-1 year preferred

Licenses and Credentials

Basic Life Support [BLS] Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification] Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician [National Certification] Nursing Assistant [LNA - New Hampshire]

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 in computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• Remote Type: Onsite
• Work Location: 90 Blossom Street
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0
• Employee Type: Per Diem
• Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America)
• Pay Range: $20.58 - $26.58/Hourly
• Grade: 3

At 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.

EEO Statement

1200 The General 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.

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