Patient Care Associate — Rehab & Growth Pathways

The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus ($750)

Tuition reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation invites applications for a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) at our Cambridge unit. The PCA will work under licensed personnel to support patients with daily living activities and monitor vital signs.

This role emphasizes teamwork, communication with the care team, and ongoing professional development opportunities including mentorship and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• BLS certification preferred; CMA certification preferred.
• 1–2 years patient care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, and eating.
• Document vital signs, intake/output, and medications in the EHR.
• Assist with admissions, discharges, and transport; support phlebotomy as needed.
• Maintain clean, stocked patient rooms and equipment; collaborate with RN and physicians.

Skills

Patient care

Customer service

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Medical terminology

EMR/EHR proficiency

Lift up to 35 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation invites applications for a Patient Care Assistant (PCA) at our Cambridge unit. The PCA will work under licensed personnel to support patients with daily living activities and monitor vital signs.

This role emphasizes teamwork, communication with the care team, and ongoing professional development opportunities including mentorship and tuition reimbursement.