Patient Care Associate

1440 Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center Brighton, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center Brighton, Inc. invites qualified candidates to join the PCA team. You will support daily living activities, monitor vital signs, document findings, and collaborate with licensed staff in a hospital-like rehabilitation setting.

The role emphasizes empathetic, patient-centered care, with a focus on safety and accurate record-keeping. On-site work with an evening shift and a $750 sign-on bonus for new hires.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Licenses and Credentials: Nursing Assistant - NCCT required.
• Experience: 1-2 years patient care in hospital or healthcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
• Take vital signs (temperature, blood pressure, pulse, respiration) and document results.
• Complete medical record documentation accurately and timely.
• Interact effectively with patients and families and respond to concerns.
• Assist with mobility: turning, repositioning, and assisting in transfers.

Skills

Empathetic patient-centered care

Interpersonal communication

Team collaboration

Physical stamina

Documentation accuracy

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Site: Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center Brighton, Inc. 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.

Job Summary

We're offering a $750 sign-on bonus to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process. Join Spaulding Rehabilitation Network, one of the nation's premier rehabilitation hospitals and a recognized leader in patient recovery, innovation, and compassionate care. As part of the Mass General Brigham system, Spaulding is known for its commitment to clinical excellence, groundbreaking rehabilitation research, and outstanding patient outcomes. As a Patient Care Assistant (PCA), you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day, helping patients regain independence and achieve their recovery goals. You'll work alongside an experienced interdisciplinary team in a supportive environment that values collaboration, continuous learning, and professional development. Whether you're beginning your healthcare career or looking to advance within a world‑class organization, Spaulding offers opportunities for growth through hands‑on experience, mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and pathways into nursing and other clinical careers.

Responsibilities

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 —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 Nursing Assistant [Certified Patient Care Technician] - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) required.

Experience Experience with patient care or medical assisting in a hospital or healthcare setting. 1-2 years preferred.

• Strong ability to provide empathetic, patient-centered care with respect for patients' dignity and privacy.
• Ability to accurately monitor and document patient information and report any changes or concerns promptly.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with patients, families, and the healthcare team.
• Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, moving patients, and standing for extended periods.
• Collaborative mindset to work efficiently with nursing staff and other healthcare professionals.
• Ability to respond to patient needs and concerns with resourcefulness and initiative.

Additional Job Details

• 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 100 North Beacon Street
• Scheduled Weekly Hours 32
• Employee Type Regular
• Work Shift Evening (United States of America)
• Pay Range $21.98 - $26.58/Hourly
• Grade 3

EEO Statement

1440 Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center Brighton, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran's Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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