Patient Care Assistant | Orthopedics | MGH

New England Child Life; Boston (MA); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 37,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Shift differentials for evenings,/nigh

Generous paid time off

Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount)

Resources for childcare and emergency

Hospital-paid retirement plan and tax-

Employee perks, including discounts on

Membership to the MGB Fitness Center

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Patient Care Assistant for the Orthopedics unit in Boston. The role supports the multidisciplinary team under an RN, assisting with activities of daily living, monitoring vital signs, and responding to patient needs during night shifts.

The position offers benefits including weekly pay, insurance options, tuition reimbursement, shift differentials, and a retirement plan. Onsite work at 55 Fruit Street with a generous time-off policy is provided.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.
• Certified Medical Assistant (National Certification) preferred.
• Emergency Medical Technician – Basic (Massachusetts) preferred.
• Nursing Assistant (LNA – Massachusetts) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs vital signs and basic measurements.
• Completes required documentation in the medical record.
• Interacts effectively with patients and families.
• Assists patients with activities of daily living and mobility.
• Safeguards confidentiality and ensures patient safety.

Skills

Vital signs

Patient support

Documentation

EMR navigation

Patient interaction

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

## Patient Care Assistant | Orthopedics | MGHApply: Onsite: Boston-MA: Part time: Posted 3 Days Ago: RQ4073513Site: 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 Summary**A $750 sign-on bonus is being offered to eligible new employees hired into our PCA positions. Schedule • Nights: 7:00 PM – 7:30 AM • Mandatory every other weekend • Rotating holiday schedule Experience working in patient care/elder care 0-1 years preferred What We Offer • Weekly pay • Medical, dental, and vision insurance • Tuition reimbursement • Shift differentials for evenings, 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, including discounts on tickets, passes, and more • Membership to the MGB Fitness Center Position Summary Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), the Patient Care Associate (PCA) supports the multidisciplinary healthcare team in providing safe, compassionate, and patient-centered care. PCA assists patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility support, while promoting comfort and maintaining patient dignity. Responsibilities also include monitoring and documenting vital signs, obtaining EKGs, drawing blood, and responding promptly to patient requests while safeguarding confidentiality and always ensuring patient safety. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Essential Functions • Performs vital signs, weights/heights, intake, and output measurements accurately and within established timeframes and/or as requested • Completes all required documentation in the medical record • Interact effectively with patients and families • Assists patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, feeding, and toileting • Assist patients with turning, repositioning, and transferring between bed and wheelchair as needed • Listen to patient concerns and reports changes or concerns to nursing staff promptly**Qualifications****Education**High School Diploma or Equivalent preferredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No**Licenses and Certifications*** Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification preferred* Certified Medical Assistant (National Certification) preferred* Emergency Medical Technician – Basic (Massachusetts) preferred* Nursing Assistant (LNA – Massachusetts) preferred**Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities*** Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions* Knowledge of medical terminology* Strong patient/customer service skills* Ability to lift to 35 pounds* Proficient computer skills and ability to navigate electronic medical records efficiently.**Additional Job Details (if applicable)****Remote Type**Onsite**Work Location**55 Fruit Street**Scheduled Weekly Hours**24**Employee Type**Regular**Work Shift**Night (United States of America)**Pay Range**$20.58 - $26.58/Hourly**Grade**3At 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.