Patient Care Assistant | Inpatient Medicine | MGH

1200 The General Hospital Corporation; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health, dental, vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Shift differential

Paid time off

MBTA transit discount

Childcare resources

Retirement plan

Job summary

The General Hospital Corporation in Boston, MA seeks a Patient Care Assistant I (PCA) to support daily living activities, vital signs, and patient comfort on a rotating schedule. The role includes day and night shifts, weekends and holidays as necessary, in a 27-bed unit serving diverse patient populations.

Eligible new hires may receive a $750 sign-on bonus. Comprehensive benefits, weekly pay, and educational support are offered by Mass General Brigham.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in patient care/elder care 0-1 year preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living (bathing, dressing, eating).
• Take vital signs including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.
• Assist RNs and physicians with examinations and treatments as required.
• Document vital signs, intake/output, and other observations in EHR.
• Stock, clean, and organize patient rooms and equipment.

Skills

Patient care

Customer service

Medical terminology

Electronic health records

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

EHR software

BLS Certification

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.

Job Summary

Job Summary $750.00 sign on bonus is being offered to eligible new MGB employees hired in our PCA position. Schedule Day (7am-7pm) and Night (7pm-7am) Rotating weekend coverage Scheduled holidays White 8 is in search of a highly motivated and dedicated individual to join our team as a Patient Care Assistant I (PCA). This individual must be able to provide Day and Night schedule, and coverage on rotating weekends and holidays. White 8 is a 27-bed adult general medicine inpatient unit, located in Boston, MA. The unit serves patients from culturally diverse backgrounds and geographic areas that present with acute and complex medical problems. Patients are generally admitted to our unit from the Emergency Department or as a transfer from one of the intensive care units.

What do we have to Offer?

• Weekly pay
• Medical, Dental and Vision insurance.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Shift differential for evening, nights, and weekends.
• Generous paid time off.
• - Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount).
• Resources for childcare and emergency backup care.
• Hospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan.
• Employee “Perks” - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events Membership to MGB Fitness Center

Employee “Perks” - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events Membership to MGB Fitness Center

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.

Essential Functions

• Performs 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, 1:1 patient observation for safety purposes, and phlebotomy.
• Assist RNs and physicians with other exams and treatments as required.
• Completes all documentation such as height, weight, intake of fluids and food, output of urine/stool/vomit/other drainage, and blood glucose results in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Assists patients with food tray setup, eating, and feeding, as needed.
• Ensures that patient rooms are stocked, equipped, and cleaned appropriately, as needs indicate and as patient volumes change.
• Retrieves equipment from other areas, sets up equipment, cleans equipment between patient use, and reports malfunctioning equipment per organizational policy.
• Assists with admitting and discharging patients.
• Facilitates orientation of new PCA team members as directed.
• Interacts with patients, visitors, and other care team members effectively.
• Communicates with nursing staff effectively and in a timely manner regarding issues related to patient care and condition.
• Fosters a positive, collaborative team environment that promotes teamwork and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 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]
• Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification]
• Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician [National Certification]

Experience

Experience working in patient care/elder care 0-1 year 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 computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Remote Type Onsite Work Location 55 Fruit Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 24 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Rotating (United States of America) Pay Range $20.58 - $26.58/Hourly Grade 3 At 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.

EEO Statement

1200 The General Hospital Corporation 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.

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