Patient Care Assistant (PCA/CNA) - 40 Hour Night Shift

Spaulding Hospital - Boston and Cambridge; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Boston seeks a Patient Care Assistant to support patients with daily living activities, vital sign monitoring, and basic hygiene tasks. The successful candidate will possess a high school diploma, relevant certifications, and demonstrated experience in patient care. Join a dedicated team committed to providing high-quality patient support in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in patient or elder care preferred.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and ability to follow instructions.
• Proven patient/customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily living activities such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
• Perform vital signs, weights/heights, and document medical records.
• Interacts effectively with patients and their families, addressing health concerns.

Skills

Ability to follow written and oral instructions

Knowledge of medical terminology

Strong patient/customer service skills

Ability to lift up to 35 pounds

Proficient in electronic medical records

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification

Certified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic (Massachusetts)

Nursing Assistant (LNA - New Hampshire)

Job description

Summary
Working under the supervision of licensed personnel, assists patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and eating. Also assists with taking patients' vital signs including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.

Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes

Essential Functions
- Performs vital signs, weights/heights, intakes, and outputs accurately and within the specified time frame or as requested.
- Completes all documentation in the medical record as required.
- Interacts effectively with patients and their families.
- Assists patients with basic hygiene tasks, including bathing, dressing, toileting, and feeding.
- Helps patients turn, reposition in bed, and transfer between bed and wheelchair as needed.
- Addresses patient health concerns and reports them to nurses.

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) Certification - preferred
- Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) - preferred
- Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic (Massachusetts) - preferred
- Nursing Assistant (LNA - New Hampshire) - preferred

Experience
1-2 years of experience in patient or elder care preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Strong patient/customer service skills.
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
- Proficient in electronic medical records.

Physical Requirements

• Standing frequently (34-66%)
• Walking frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting frequently (34-66%), 35 lbs+ with assistance
• Carrying frequently (34-66%), 20-35 lbs
• Pushing occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing rarely (<2%)
• Balancing frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling rarely (<2%)
• Reaching frequently (34-66%)
• Gross manipulation frequently (34-66%)
• Fine manipulation frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling constantly (67-100%)
• Foot use rarely (<2%)
• Vision - far and near constantly (67-100%)
• Talking and hearing constantly (67-100%)

The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace diverse skills, perspectives, and ideas. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, or other protected statuses. We ensure reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities during the application and interview process, and to perform essential job functions.