Patient Care Associate Stanton 6 Full-Time, 36 Hours/Week, Rotating

Mount Auburn Hospital; Cambridge (MA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Beth Israel Lahey Health's Stanton 6 unit is seeking a Patient Care Associate to support patients and the nursing team in a busy inpatient environment. You will assist with vital signs, EKGs, phlebotomy, glucose monitoring, mobility support, and daily living activities while contributing to timely patient observation and documentation.

This full-time role runs three 12-hour shifts (days and nights), with every other weekend and holiday coverage based on unit needs, collaborating closely with

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Ability to read and write at level 8 in hospital training software.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with patients, families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Obtain and report vital signs, weights, intake and output, and glucometer results.
• Perform EKGs, phlebotomy, and specimen collection.
• Assist patients with bathing, toileting, dressing, feeding and activities of daily living.
• Help patients ambulate, reposition and transfer safely.
• Answer call bells and respond promptly to patient needs.
• Observe patients and report changes in condition to the nursing team.
• Assist with admissions, transfers and discharges.
• Complete patient treatments as directed by licensed staff.
• Perform two hour rounding and required documentation.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.

Stanton 6 Patient Care Associate Job Description

Schedule: 36 hours per week. Three 12-hour shifts. Rotating day and night shifts.

Day shift: 7:00 a.m.-7:30 p.m.
Night shift: 7:00 p.m.-7:30 a.m.
Every other weekend
Holiday coverage based on unit needs

About the Role

Join the team as a Patient Care Associate providing direct, hands on support to patients and the nursing team. You will assist with vital signs, EKGs, phlebotomy, mobility, personal care, glucose testing, specimen collection, rounding, and other delegated patient-care responsibilities. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working closely with patients in a busy inpatient environment.

What You’ll Do

• Obtain and report vital signs, weights, intake and output, and glucometer results
• Perform EKGs, phlebotomy, and specimen collection
• Assist patients with bathing, toileting, dressing, feeding, and other activities of daily living
• Help patients ambulate, reposition, and transfer safely
• Answer call lights and respond promptly to patient needs
• Observe patients and report changes in condition to the nursing team
• Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges
• Complete patient treatments as directed by licensed staff
• Perform two hour patient rounding and required documentation
• Provide one to one close observation when needed
• Maintain clean, safe, organized, and stocked patient-care areas
• Collaborate with nurses and other members of the healthcare team

What Success Looks Like

• Caring, compassionate, and respectful
• Comfortable providing direct personal care
• Attentive to patient safety and changes in condition
• Organized during frequent interruptions
• Reliable and prepared for rotating shifts
• Able to communicate clearly with patients, families, and staff
• Willing to learn and accept coaching
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced inpatient environment
• A team member who is ready to help wherever needed

Why Join This Team?

This position offers hands on experience supporting patients with a range of medical and post hospital care needs. You will work closely with nurses and other clinical professionals while building experience in vital signs, phlebotomy, EKGs, glucose monitoring, mobility assistance, patient observation, and inpatient care.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Previous clerical experience (preferably in a healthcare setting).
• Medical terminology is preferred.
• Ability to read and write at level 8, as documented on "Invest," the hospital's Employee Learning Laboratory software.
• An ability to set appropriate priorities and organize workflow.
• An ability to concentrate and pay attention to detail during frequent interruptions.
• Strong interpersonal skills are necessary to interface with support and professional staff and patients.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $20.00 - $26.92

The pay range listed for this position is the base hourly wage range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities or other applicable factors permissible by law. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices, as applicable to the position and in accordance with the law.

Vaccination Policy

Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.

Company Culture

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

At Beth Israel Lahey Health, we are driving the change in health care that Massachusetts wants and needs. Our culture promotes continuous learning, growth, innovation and a sense of belonging. We make it a priority to offer comprehensive compensation and benefits and help you achieve a healthy and balanced life. While you're busy caring for and supporting our patients, we take care of you.

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