Patient Care Associate II — Day Shift, 36hrs/wk, Sign-On Bonus

4100 Newton-Wellesley Hospital; Newton (MA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Newton-Wellesley Hospital located in Newton, MA, seeks an experienced health care assistant to support the interdisciplinary team under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role includes basic patient care tasks, vital signs, and collaboration with physicians.

Minimum education is a high school diploma or equivalent; BLS and nursing assistant credentials are preferred. The position requires 36 hours weekly with day shifts, a $21.41–$25.28 hourly wage, and a $750 sign‑on bonus.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Licenses: BLS Certification; LNA - New Hampshire preferred.
• Experience: Healthcare experience 1-2 years required.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care-related duties and clinical functions as assigned.
• Assist RNs and physicians with exams and treatments.
• Ensure patient rooms are stocked, equipped, and cleaned as needed.
• Performs specimen collection and documents information.
• Retrieve and set up equipment; report malfunctions.
• Document patient information including vitals, intake, and outputs.
• Assist with food tray setup and feeding when necessary.
• Communicate with nursing staff about patient care and condition.
• Receive and direct Medical Staff, personnel, patients, and visitors.

Skills

Multitask

Medical terminology

Typing

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Computer skills

Job description

Newton-Wellesley Hospital located in Newton, MA, seeks an experienced health care assistant to support the interdisciplinary team under the supervision of a registered nurse. The role includes basic patient care tasks, vital signs, and collaboration with physicians.

Minimum education is a high school diploma or equivalent; BLS and nursing assistant credentials are preferred. The position requires 36 hours weekly with day shifts, a $21.41–$25.28 hourly wage, and a $750 sign‑on bonus.