Patient Care Associate - West 2

Partner's Healthcare; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 2,609,000 - 3,565,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Cooley Dickinson Hospital in Northampton, MA is seeking a Part Time Patient Care Associate (PCA) for 7pm-7:30am to perform direct and non-direct patient care, plus clerical, supply, and messenger duties. The role may include 1:1 observation for patient safety and telemetry monitoring.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or equivalent, BLS, and relevant healthcare or nursing assistant certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification required.
• Ability to perform routine patient care under licensed nursing personnel.
• Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant certification, or active nursing student with 6 months clinical exp.
• 6 months to 1 year nursing assistant experience required.
• Secretarial experience preferred.
• Healthcare experience preferred.
• Ability to multi-task and handle stress effectively.
• Demonstrated typing and computer skills.
• Strong communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct and non-direct patient care duties as assigned.
• Assist with clerical, supply, and messenger tasks.
• Monitor patient safety and may serve as 1:1 observer as needed.
• Complete arrhythmia course and maintain telemetry competency.
• Follow unit policies and maintain professional demeanor.

Skills

BLS certification

Nursing assistant experience

Secretarial experience

Typing skills

Computer experience

Ability to multi-task

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

Job Summary

Part Time - 7pm-7:30amThe Patient Care Associate (PCA) is responsible for performing a variety of direct and non-direct patient care duties, including routine patient care duties as well as clerical, supply, and messenger responsibilities. The PCA performs other patient care related duties and unit duties as needed and may function as a patient care observer to monitor for patient safety in situations where 1:1 observation is required. Telemetry/Critical Care Unit Specific: Responsible for successfully completing arrhythmia course and maintaining competency in telemetry monitoring. This position is designed to promote learning experiences and health care exposure to Cooley Dickinson employees who are looking to further their careers in the medical field. This position is part of the 1199 SEIU Bargaining Unit at Cooley Dickinson Hospital. This position reports to the Nurse Manager and operates within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures. Must be able to effectively interact appropriately to an individual's intellectual level and physical ability.

Qualifications, PCA, Certified (Salary Grade C25)

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Ability to perform routine patient care activities under the direction of licensed nursing personnel requiring technical or on the job training required
• Nursing Assistant certification, Medical Assistant certification, or a nursing student who is actively enrolled into a nursing program with a minimum of 6 months student clinical experience required
• Six (6) months to one (1) year nursing assistant experience required
• One (1) to three (3) years secretarial experience preferred
• Health care experience preferred
• Ability to multi-task and handle stress crisis situations effectively required
• Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology required
• Demonstrated typing skills and computer experience required
• Demonstrated interpersonal, organizational, and oral and written communication skills required

Qualifications, PCA, Non-Certified (Salary Grade C24)

• Completion of PCA educational objectives and unit-specific training as outlined by the Professional Development Department required
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification required
• Ability to perform routine patient care activities under the direction of licensed nursing personnel requiring technical or on the job training required
• Health care experience preferred
• Ability to multi-task and handle stress crisis situations effectively required
• Demonstrated typing skills and computer experience required
• Demonstrated interpersonal, organizational, and oral and written communication skills required
• Ability to communicate effectively and follow written and/or oral instructions required
• Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills and a professional demeanor required

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

30 Locust Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

24

Employee Type

Regular

Work Shift

Night (United States of America)

Pay Range

$18.94 - $25.88/Hourly

Grade

SC2C24

Benefit Overview

In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package.

EEO Statement

1910 Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.