Patient Care Associate | Day Shift, Onsite

Partner's Healthcare; Salem (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Patient Care Assistant at North Shore Medical Center to assist patients with daily living activities, monitor vital signs, and support nurses under licensed personnel. This on-site role involves phlebotomy, charting in the EHR, and ensuring patient comfort and safety.

Qualifications include a high school diploma; BLS or CMA/CNA credentials are preferred, with 0–1 year in patient care. The position requires physical stamina and strong patient service skills.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No.
• Licenses/credentials: BLS, CMA, CNA, LNA preferred.
• Experience: 0-1 year in patient care/elder care preferred.
• Knowledge/Abilities: medical terminology, strong patient service, ability to lift 35 lbs, proficient with EMR.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient care-related duties and clinical tasks as assigned, including vital signs, documenting in EHR, phlebotomy and assist with daily living activities.
• Assist RNs and physicians with exams and treatments as required.
• Ensure rooms and equipment are stocked, cleaned and ready for use; admit/discharge patients as needed.
• Interacts with patients, families and care team; communicates effectively with nursing staff.
• Fosters a positive, collaborative team environment and adheres to organizational policies.

Skills

Customer service

Follow instructions

Medical terminology

Lifting 35 lbs

EMR/computer skills

Education

High School Diploma

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Certified Medical Assistant

Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician

Nursing Assistant (LNA - New Hampshire)

Tools

EHR systems

EMR software

Job description

Mass General Brigham is seeking a Patient Care Assistant at North Shore Medical Center to assist patients with daily living activities, monitor vital signs, and support nurses under licensed personnel. This on-site role involves phlebotomy, charting in the EHR, and ensuring patient comfort and safety.

Qualifications include a high school diploma; BLS or CMA/CNA credentials are preferred, with 0–1 year in patient care. The position requires physical stamina and strong patient service skills.