PCA: Bridge to Home & Inpatient Care (Onsite)

Mass General Brigham; Northampton (MA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Mass General Brigham seeks a Patient Care Associate (PCA) at Cooley Dickinson Hospital in Northampton for onsite, part-time role. The PCA provides direct patient care, assists with clerical tasks, and supports unit operations while adhering to safety standards and care protocols.

The position requires CNA/PCT certification, BLS, and 6 months to 1 year of nursing assistant experience, with preference for secretarial and healthcare background.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• CNA/PCT certification required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• 6 months to 1 year nursing assistant experience required.
• 1 to 3 years secretarial experience preferred and Healthcare experience preferred.
• Ability to multitask and handle stress in crisis situations.
• Knowledge of medical terminology required.
• Typing skills and computer experience required.
• Interpersonal, organizational, and oral and written communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine patient care activities under direction of licensed nursing personnel.
• Handle clerical, supply, and messenger duties as assigned.
• Monitor patient safety and assist with telemetry when needed.
• Maintain accurate patient records and communicate with the care team.

Skills

Nursing assistant duties

Multitasking under pressure

Medical terminology knowledge

Interpersonal communication

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

CNA/PCT Certification

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Mass General Brigham seeks a Patient Care Associate (PCA) at Cooley Dickinson Hospital in Northampton for onsite, part-time role. The PCA provides direct patient care, assists with clerical tasks, and supports unit operations while adhering to safety standards and care protocols.

The position requires CNA/PCT certification, BLS, and 6 months to 1 year of nursing assistant experience, with preference for secretarial and healthcare background.