Patient Care Assistant I

Spaulding Hospital - Boston and Cambridge; Boston, City of Kingston (MA, NY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking compassionate individuals to assist patients with daily living activities. This rewarding role involves supporting patients with hygiene tasks, monitoring vital signs, and ensuring effective communication with families. Join a dedicated team that values patient care and offers a supportive environment for personal and professional growth. If you have a passion for helping others and possess strong customer service skills, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in patient or 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 documentation in medical records.

Skills

Patient Care

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Electronic Medical Records

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 basic hygiene tasks, including bathing, dressing, toileting, and feeding.
- Assists with repositioning patients in bed and transferring between bed and wheelchair.
- Listens to patient 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] - 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 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.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)

• Walking Frequently (34-66%)

• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)

• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (with assistance)

• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20-35lbs

• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)

• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)

• Climbing Rarely (<2%)

• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)

• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)

• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)

• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)

• Crawling Rarely (<2%)

• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)

• Gross and fine manipulation frequently (34-66%)

• Feeling constantly (67-100%)

• Foot use rarely (<2%)

• Vision - far and near constantly (67-100%)

• Talking and hearing constantly (67-100%)

The Spaulding Rehabilitation 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, or other protected status. We provide reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application and employment process.