Patient Care Associate - Pulmonary vent unit

Mass General Brigham Incorporated; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Spaulding Rehabilitation Network, part of Mass General Brigham, seeks a Patient Care Assistant to support daily living activities and vital signs. The role includes a $750 sign-on bonus and opportunities for mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and paths into nursing and other clinical careers.

Under licensed supervision, you will assist with documentation in the EHR, support RNs and physicians, help with admissions and discharges, and contribute to a collaborative team focused on patient

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• BLS Certification preferred.
• 1–2 years of patient care/elder care experience preferred.
• Certified Medical Assistant/National Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient care tasks including vital signs and activities of daily living.
• Assist RNs and physicians with exams and treatments as required.
• Complete documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Keep patient rooms stocked, clean, and ready; assist with admissions/discharges.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Phlebotomy

EHR usage

Communication skills

Lift 35 pounds

Team collaboration

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

EHR/EMR systems

Job description

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.

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).
• Assist 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 Certification] preferred
• Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification] - 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

1575 Cambridge Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

32

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

Pay Range

$20.58 - $26.58/Hourly Grade 3

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