Patient Care Assistant| MGH-Post Anesthesia Care Unit

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

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare institution as a Patient Care Assistant in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit. You will support patients recovering from surgery, assisting with daily activities and vital signs under licensed supervision. This role emphasizes teamwork and patient care, offering a rotating schedule and a supportive environment for professional growth.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus

Qualifications

• 1-2 years in patient care/elder care preferred.
• BLS Certification, Certified Medical Assistant, EMT-Basic, Nursing Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients with daily living tasks like bathing, dressing, and eating.
• Performs vital signs and completes documentation 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 – Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)

PACU consists of 111 bays caring for post-op patients recovering from anesthesia before moving to an inpatient unit.

https://www.massgeneral.org/surgery/thoracic-surgery/patient-resources/after-surgery

SCHEDULE

• 40-hour| Day/Night Rotating shift
• (5) 8-hour shifts OR (4) 12-hour shifts & (1) 8-hour shift
• Days 7am-7pm/7am-3pm AND Nights 7p -7a or 11p-7am
• Require one weekend shift per month - a Saturday or Sunday

$750.00 Sign on bonus

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 turning and repositioning patients and moving them between bed and wheelchair.
• Listens to health concerns and reports them to nurses.

Qualifications

Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No

Licenses and Credentials: BLS Certification (preferred), Certified Medical Assistant (preferred), Emergency Medical Technician - Basic (preferred), Nursing Assistant (preferred)

Experience: 1-2 years in patient care/elder care (preferred)

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

Additional Job Details

Mass General Hospital is a world-renowned institution committed to providing high-quality care, research, and education. We foster teamwork and innovation, and value work-life balance for our employees.

We offer various career opportunities and benefits to support your professional growth and well-being.

Other Details

Remote Type: Onsite

Work Location: 267 Charles Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

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 applicants with disabilities. For assistance, contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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