Patient Care Assistant II- 40 hr/days

Mass General Brigham Incorporated; Newton (MA); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham Incorporated is seeking a Patient Care Assistant II to join the Newton-Wellesley Hospital team onsite in Newton, MA. The position supports RN and physician exams and procedures, handles patient care tasks, and helps maintain a safe, compassionate environment.

Schedule is 40 hours with day shifts and rotating weekends/holidays, offering a $750 sign-on bonus. Responsibilities include monitoring vitals, specimen collection, documentation, patient feeding assistance, and

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• BLS Certification preferred or data conversion experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care-related duties and clinical tasks, including vital signs, EKGs, bathing, and patient transport.
• Ensure patient rooms are stocked, equipped, and clean; assist with exams and treatments as needed.
• Collect specimens and document information.
• Handle equipment setup, cleaning, and report malfunctions.
• Document patient data (height, weight, intake, outputs, glucose).
• Assist with food tray setup and feeding as needed.
• Communicate with nursing staff about patient care and condition.
• Receive and direct medical staff, patients, and visitors.

Skills

Multitasking

Medical terminology

Communication

Typing speed

Interpersonal skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

## Patient Care Assistant II- 40 hr/daysApply: Onsite: Newton-MA: Full time: Posted Today: RQ4082253Site: Newton-Wellesley HospitalMass 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.**Job Summary**$750.00 Sign-On Bonus 40hr days 7a-3:30p x 5, weekend and holiday rotation. Summary Under the direction of a registered/licensed nurse (RN), is a member of the interdisciplinary health care team assists in clinical support functions to promote a safe, compassionate patient care environment. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Essential Functions -Perform patient care-related duties and clinical functions as assigned, including, but not limited to, performing and documenting point of care, vital signs, EKGs, bathing and other sanitary needs of patients, transferring and assisting with ambulation of patients, feeding patients, etc. Assist RNs and physicians with other exams and treatments as required. -Ensure that patient rooms are stocked, equipped, and cleaned appropriately, as needs indicate and as patient volumes change. -Performs specimen collection and documents all appropriate information. -Retrieves equipment from other areas, sets up equipment, cleans equipment between patient use, and reports malfunctioning equipment per organizational policy. -Documents patient information, such as height, weight, intake of fluids and food, output of urine/stool/vomit/other drainage, and blood glucose results. -Assist patients with food tray setup and eating if necessary. -Communicate with nursing staff in an effective and timely manner around issues related to patient care and patient condition. -Receive and direct Medical Staff, personnel, patients, and visitors.**Qualifications**EducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent preferredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?NoLicenses and CredentialsBasic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Nursing Assistant [LNA - New Hampshire] - New Hampshire Board of Nursing preferredExperienceHealthcare experience 1-2 years requiredKnowledge, Skills and Abilities- Ability to multitask and handle stress crisis situations effectively.- Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology required.- Demonstrated typing skills and computer experience required.- Good interpersonal, organizational, and oral and written communication skills required.- Ability to lift and transport patients using the appropriate physical technique in a safe manner for the patient and self according to Safe Patient Handling Guidelines.**Additional Job Details (if applicable)****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%)**Remote Type**Onsite**Work Location**2014 Washington Street**Scheduled Weekly Hours**40**Employee Type**Regular**Work Shift**Day (United States of America)**Pay Range**$21.41 - $25.28/Hourly**Grade**3At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.**EEO Statement:**4100 Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.