Patient Care Assistant | Transplant unit | MGH

Massachusetts General Hospital; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly Pay

Shift differential for evening, nights

Shuttle service

Employee perks - discounts

Job summary

Massachusetts General Hospital’s Transplant Unit is seeking a Patient Care Assistant to support acutely ill transplant patients with day and night availability, including rotating weekends and holidays. The position involves direct patient care, vital signs, and comprehensive documentation in the EMR.

You will work on Blake 6, 273 Charles Street, with a collaborative team and ongoing opportunities for competency development in a fast-paced, HEPA-filtered unit serving renal, pancreas, liver,

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.
• BLS, CMA, CNA certifications required per policy.
• 0-1 year inpatient/acute care experience preferred.
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions; basic medical terminology.

Responsibilities

• Perform vital signs, phlebotomy, EKGs, bathing and other basic patient care tasks.
• Document height/weight, intake/output, and vitals in the EHR.
• Assist with meals, feeding, and daily living activities.
• Stock, clean, and prepare patient rooms and equipment; report malfunctions.
• Assist with admitting and discharging patients and 1:1 safety observations.

Skills

Patient care

Customer service

Medical terminology

EMR proficiency

Lifting 35 pounds

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

BLS Certification

CMA Certification

Nursing Assistant Certification

Job description

Job Summary

Schedule: Days (7am-3pm, 7am-7pm) and Nights (7pm-7am, 11pm-7am). Mandatory weekend shifts every month. Holiday rotating schedule.

MGH Transplant Unit is seeking a Patient Care Assistant, with Day and Night availability, and to provide rotating weekend and holiday coverage.

MGH Transplant Unit is a twenty-one-bed special care unit located in Boston, MA. These beds are designated for acutely ill, organ transplant patients. The patient population on Blake 6, is comprised of pre and post renal, pancreas, liver, cardiac and lung transplant recipients. Additionally, patients may be admitted to the Transplant Unit for treatment of acute allograft rejection, opportunistic infections and soft tissue infections. Long term allograft recipients who require other surgical procedures may also be admitted to Blake 6. Patients range in age from 15 to 70+ years. The unit is HEPA filtered and pressurized (positive) to help protect this immunocompromised population.

Ideal applicant should have at least 1 year of inpatient experience within an acute care setting.

What do we have to Offer

• Weekly Pay
• Shift differential for evening, nights, and weekends.
• MGB Shuttle service
• Employee "Perks" - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events

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 patient care-related duties and clinical functions as assigned, including, but not limited to, performing and documenting point of care, vital signs, EKGs, bathing and other sanitary needs of patients, transferring and assisting with ambulation of patients, 1:1 patient observation for safety purposes, and phlebotomy. Assist RNs and physicians with other exams and treatments as required.
• Completes all documentation such as height, weight, intake of fluids and food, output of urine/stool/vomit/other drainage, and blood glucose results in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Assists patients with food tray setup, eating, and feeding, as needed.
• Ensures that patient rooms are stocked, equipped, and cleaned appropriately, as needs indicate and as patient volumes change.
• Retrieves equipment from other areas, sets up equipment, cleans equipment between patient use, and reports malfunctioning equipment per organizational policy.
• Assists with admitting and discharging patients.
• Facilitates orientation of new PCA team members as directed.
• Interacts with patients, visitors, and other care team members effectively.
• Communicates with nursing staff effectively and in a timely manner regarding issues related to patient care and condition.
• Fosters a positive, collaborative team environment that promotes teamwork and professional growth.

Qualifications

• 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], Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification], Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician [National Certification]
• Experience: Experience working in patient care/elder care 0-1 year preferred
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Strong patient/customer service skills.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Proficient in computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

• Remote Type: Onsite
• Work Location: 273 Charles Street
• Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0
• Employee Type: Per Diem
• Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America)
• Pay Range: $20.58 - /
• 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.

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