Patient Care Assistant| MGH-Emergency Department

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is hiring a Patient Care Assistant for the Emergency Department. The role involves assisting with activities of daily living, taking vital signs, and supporting patient needs in a Level I trauma center environment.

The position is onsite at 267 Charles Street with an evening shift schedule and a total of 36 hours per week. Required qualifications include a High School Diploma or equivalent; BLS and CMA/CNA certifications are preferred, with 0-1 year of patient care

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• BLS and CMA/CNA certifications preferred.
• 0-1 year patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs vital signs and basic measurements accurately.
• Assists patients with bathing, dressing, feeding and daily living tasks.
• Helps with turning/repositioning and moving between bed and chair.
• Documents in the medical record and communicates concerns to nurses.

Skills

Customer service

Vital signs

EMR proficiency

Lifts 35 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

BLS Certification

CNA Certification

Job description

Site: The General Hospital CorporationMass 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 SummarySchedule36 hours per week | (3) 12-hour shiftsEvening| 11 am – 11 pmRotational holiday and weekend scheduleThe Opportunity: Patient Care Assistant – The Emergency DepartmentThe Emergency Department is a Level I Adult, Pediatric and Burn Trauma Center. It spans the ground floor of 3 buildings and is divided into several areas, including pediatric and psychiatric areas.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? YesEssential 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 a number of basic hygiene tasks. This may include bathing and dressing patients, helping them use the toilet if needed, and feeding them.-Assist with helping patients turn and reposition themselves in bed as needed and help them move between the bed and a wheelchair if they use one.-Listens to any health concerns patients may have and report those concerns to the nurses.QualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent preferredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?NoLicenses and CredentialsBasic Life Support [BLS]Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification]Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician [National Certification] preferredNursing Assistant- preferredExperienceExperience working in patient care/elder care 0-1 year preferredKnowledge, 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 TypeOnsiteWork Location267 Charles StreetScheduled Weekly Hours36Employee TypeRegularWork ShiftEvening (United States of America)Pay Range$20.58 - $26.58/HourlyGrade3At 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: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.Mass General Brigham Competency FrameworkAt Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.