Patient Care Assistant | White 10 Medical Unit | MGH

Mass General Brigham; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Patient Care Assistant to join their dynamic team in Boston. This role involves providing essential support to patients with daily living activities, ensuring their comfort and safety. You will work closely with licensed personnel, assisting with vital signs and documentation while interacting compassionately with patients and their families. The position offers a flexible schedule with rotating weekends and holidays, making it an excellent opportunity for those passionate about patient care. Join a diverse and inclusive organization committed to excellence in healthcare and community service.

Benefits

Weekly Pay

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Shift Differential for Evenings/Nights/Weekends

Complete Benefits Package

Travel Discounts

Daycare Options

Health Savings

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in patient care or elder care preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with daily living tasks like bathing and dressing.
• Perform vital signs and document in medical records.

Skills

Patient Care

Customer Service

Medical Terminology

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Electronic Medical Records

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Electronic Medical Records System

Job description

Patient Care Assistant | White 10 Medical Unit | MGH

Patient Care Assistant | White 10 Medical Unit | MGH

Apply remote type Onsite locations Boston-MA time type Part time posted on Posted 11 Days Ago job requisition id RQ4009563 Site: The General Hospital Corporation

At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.

White 10 is seeking a Full-time Patient Care Associate (PCA), with Day and Night availability, and to provide rotating weekend and holiday coverage.

The inpatient medical unit is 20 bed and located in Boston, MA. The unit serves patients from culturally diverse backgrounds and geographic areas that present with acute and complex medical problems. Patients are generally admitted to our unit from the Emergency Department or as a transfer from one of the intensive care units.

Schedule

Days (7a-7p, 7a-3p) and Nights (11p-7a, 7p-7a). Must be able to provide rotating weekends and holidays.

What do we have to offer?

Weekly pay, PTO, and shift differential for evenings, nights, and weekends. Complete benefits package for part-time and full-time services, including travel discounts, daycare options, and health savings. Employee perks and insurance coverage.

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 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.

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 Certification] preferred, Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification] preferred, Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic [Massachusetts] preferred, Nursing Assistant [LNA - New Hampshire] preferred.

Experience: Experience working in patient care/elder care 1-2 years preferred.

Knowledge, 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 computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records.

Physical Requirements

• Standing Frequently (34-66%)
• Walking Frequently (34-66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
• Talking Constantly (67-100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67-100%)

Remote Type: Onsite

Work Location: 55 Fruit Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0

Employee Type: Per Diem

Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America)

EEO Statement: The General Hospital Corporation is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.

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