Patient Care Assistant IMGH-Hematology and Oncology Department

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a Patient Care Assistant in a renowned hematology and oncology unit. You'll support patients with daily activities, monitor vital signs, and ensure quality care in a collaborative environment. This role offers a chance to make a difference in patients' lives while working with a dedicated team. With a schedule of 24 hours per week, you will have the opportunity to grow in a supportive atmosphere committed to high-quality care and employee well-being.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus: $750.00

Qualifications

• 1-2 years in patient or elder care preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with daily living tasks such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
• Performs vital signs and completes documentation in the medical record.

Skills

Customer Service

Medical Terminology

Ability to Follow Instructions

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Electronic Medical Records

Job description

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

Mass 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.

The Opportunity: Patient Care Assistant | Lunder 10-Hematology & Oncology HEMONC

Lunder 10 is an integrated thirty-two bed inpatient hematology, oncology, bone marrow transplant unit that serves a young adult to elderly patient population. Patients are frequently followed from time of diagnosis or referral through end of life. Many patients have a diagnosis of leukemia, non-Hodgkin's lymphoma, sarcoma, or multiple myeloma.

Schedule

• 24 hours per week
• Days | 7 am – 7 pm
• Rotational holiday and weekend schedule

Sign-on Bonus: $750.00 available

Job 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 and transferring them between bed and wheelchair.
• Listens to patient concerns and reports them to nurses.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred

Licenses and Credentials: BLS Certification preferred; other certifications (e.g., Certified Medical Assistant, EMT-B, Nursing Assistant) preferred.

Experience: 1-2 years in patient or elder care preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to follow instructions, knowledge of medical terminology, strong customer service, ability to lift 35 pounds, proficient with electronic medical records.

Additional Job Details

Mass General Hospital is a world-renowned hospital committed to high-quality care, research, education, and employee well-being. We foster a collaborative and innovative culture, offering various career opportunities and benefits.

If you are seeking a rewarding career in medicine, consider joining us at Mass General Hospital, ranked #1 in New England for 2024-2025 by U.S. News & World Report.

Work Details

• Remote Type: Onsite
• Location: 267 Charles Street
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24
• Employee Type: Regular
• Work Shift: Day

EEO Statement

The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide accommodations for applicants with disabilities and ensure fair consideration regardless of protected statuses.

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