Patient Care Assistant| MGH - Center for Perioperative Care

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 fast-paced surgical unit. You will support patients with daily activities, monitor vital signs, and ensure high-quality care. This role offers a collaborative work environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus: $750.00

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with daily living tasks like bathing and dressing.
• Performs vital signs and documents in medical records.
• Interacts effectively with patients and families.

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 - The Center for Perioperative Care

The Center for Perioperative Care (CPC) is a 33-bed unit same-day elective surgery center. The CPC also cares for a small population of psychiatry patients receiving ECT treatments.

It is a fast-paced unit with approximately 120 patients per day coming through the unit for elective surgery and about 60 - 70 patients who recover and go home after surgery.

Schedule: 40 hours | (4) 10-hour shifts | 6:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday-Friday | No weekends, No holidays

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

1. Performs vital signs, weights/heights, intakes, and outputs with accuracy and within established time frame and/or as requested.
2. Completes all documentation in the medical record as required.
3. Interacts with patients and their families effectively.
4. Helps patients with basic hygiene tasks, including bathing, dressing, toileting, and feeding.
5. Assists with turning and repositioning patients in bed and assists with transfers between bed and wheelchair.
6. Listens to health concerns and reports them to nurses.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred

Licenses and Credentials: BLS Certification preferred; Certified Medical Assistant, EMT-Basic, or Nursing Assistant credentials 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 up to 35 pounds, proficient with electronic medical records.

Additional Details

Mass General Hospital is a world-renowned hospital committed to high-quality care, research, and education. We foster a collaborative and innovative culture, emphasizing work-life balance and professional growth.

We offer a variety of career opportunities and benefits to support our employees' success and well-being.

If you are seeking a rewarding career in medicine, consider joining us at Mass General Hospital.

Remote Type: Onsite

Location: 267 Charles Street

Hours: 40 hours/week, rotating shifts

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America)

EEO Statement: The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application process. Contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642 for assistance.

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