Patient Care Assistant I — Flexible Day/Night Shifts

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 2,838,000 - 3,720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Shift differential for evenings/nights

Generous paid time off

Subsidized MBTA pass

Childcare resources

Retirement plan

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Patient Care Assistant I to support a 27-bed adult general medicine inpatient unit in Boston. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor vitals, and help with routine tasks under licensed staff supervision. Positions include day and night rotations with weekend/holiday coverage.

We offer competitive pay, benefits, tuition reimbursement, and generous PTO. Related credentials (BLS, CMA/NA) preferred, and prior EMR experience is a plus.

Qualifications

• Assistance with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, eating).
• Ability to document vitals and patient information accurately.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and care routines.
• Experience with Electronic Health Records (EHR) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with ADLs and vital signs (temperature, BP, pulse, respiration).
• Support RNs and physicians with exams and treatments as needed.
• Document patient data and care details in EHR.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and room readiness.
• Maintain clean, stocked patient rooms and equipment.

Skills

Patient care

Customer service

Medical terminology

EMR proficiency

Physical ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

BLS

CMA/Nursing Assistant certification

Job description

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Patient Care Assistant I to support a 27-bed adult general medicine inpatient unit in Boston. You will assist with daily living activities, monitor vitals, and help with routine tasks under licensed staff supervision. Positions include day and night rotations with weekend/holiday coverage.

We offer competitive pay, benefits, tuition reimbursement, and generous PTO. Related credentials (BLS, CMA/NA) preferred, and prior EMR experience is a plus.