Patient Care Assistant Emergency Department

Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary - MEI; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Boston seeks a dedicated Patient Care Assistant to support patients with daily living activities and vital sign monitoring. The role involves effective interaction with patients and families, ensuring comfort and safety. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, relevant experience, and strong customer service skills. Join a diverse team committed to providing exceptional care.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years experience in patient care/elder care preferred.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Patient Care

Customer Service

Medical Terminology

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

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
-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 a number of basic hygiene tasks. This may include bathing and dressing patients, helping them use the toilet if needed, and feeding them.

-Assist with helping patients turn and reposition themselves in bed as needed and help them move between the bed and a wheelchair if they use one.

-Listens to any health concerns patients may have and report those concerns to the 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] - 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
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 to work efficiently with electronic medical records.

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%)

Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.