Patient Care Assistant (CNA) | Cardiac Arrythmia Stepdown unit | MGH

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization in Boston is seeking a per diem Patient Care Assistant (PCA) for night shifts in a cardiac stepdown unit. The role involves assisting patients with daily activities, performing vital signs, and maintaining documentation. Candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in patient care. This position offers a competitive salary and employee perks.

Benefits

Weekly Salary

Shift Differential for Evenings, Nights, and Weekends

Discount on Travel and Local Attractions

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with daily living tasks like bathing and dressing.
• Performs vital signs and documents in medical records.

Skills

Customer Service

Medical Terminology

Patient Care

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

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.

Ellison 10 is seeking a per diem PCA, with night availability, and to provide rotating weekend and holiday coverage.

Ellison 10 is a thirty-six bed adult in-patient Cardiac Stepdown unit (SDU) which accommodates an intermediate level of cardiac care. Patients on this unit are complex cardiac and medical patients. The population includes cardiac arrhythmia patients requiring medical management, heart failure patients awaiting transplant and requiring intensive monitoring, and coronary artery disease patients.

Schedule:

• Night shifts (7pm-7am)
• Mandatory holiday shifts

What do we have to offer?

• Weekly Salary
• Shift differential for evening, nights, and weekends
• Employee Perks; Discount on travel and local attractions

REFERRAL BONUS (if applicable)

Job Summary

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 transferring between bed and wheelchair.
• Listens to health concerns and reports 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

1-2 years of experience in patient or elder care 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 in electronic medical records

Additional Job Details

Remote Type: Onsite

Work Location: 267 Charles Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

Employee Type: Per Diem

Work Shift: Night (United States of America)

EEO Statement

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, or other protected status. Reasonable accommodations are provided for individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process. For accommodations, contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.