Patient Care Assistant (CNA) | Neurosciences | MGH

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Massachusetts General Hospital is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support patients with daily living tasks and vital sign monitoring. This role involves interacting with patients and their families, ensuring comfort and care during their stay. Candidates should have a high school diploma and relevant certifications, with a preference for those with experience in patient care. Join a leading healthcare provider committed to diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in patient care/elder care preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Performs vital signs, weights/heights, intakes, and outputs.
• Helps patients with basic hygiene tasks.
• Interacts with patients and their families effectively.

Skills

Patient/customer service skills

Ability to follow instructions

Knowledge of medical terminology

Proficient computer skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Certified Medical Assistant

Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic

Nursing Assistant Certification

Job description

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, and feeding.
5. Assists with turning and repositioning patients in bed and transferring between bed and wheelchair if needed.
6. Listens to patient health concerns and reports them to nurses.

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 (National Certification) - preferred
• Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic (Massachusetts) - preferred
• Nursing Assistant (LNA - New Hampshire) - preferred

Experience

1-2 years experience in patient care/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 computer skills for electronic medical records.

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas. 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, and/or other protected statuses. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for individuals with disabilities during the application, interview, and employment process.