Unit Assistant - Healthcare Support & Patient Care

Berkshire Health Systems; Pittsfield (MA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental insurance

Life and disability insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Berkshire Medical Center, located on the 4 West Oncology unit, seeks an Unit Assistant to support nurses and physicians, helping maintain smooth unit operations and accurate patient care information.

The role requires a Nursing Assistant course completion, a high school diploma, and strong computer skills; BLS and MA CNA preferred. Post shifts include varied days and a union benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent with Nursing Assistant course.
• Completion of Nursing Assistant course and/or status as student in RN or LPN program.
• BLS certification; MA Certified Nurse Aide preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with maintaining smooth unit operations under supervision of RN/LPN.
• Provide direct patient care to select patients per policies.
• Assist physicians by gathering information to support treatment and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Nursing Assistant

Computer skills

Bilingual (preferred)

Education

High School Diploma

Nursing Assistant course

RN/LPN program student

MA Certified Nurse Aide preferred

Tools

Meditech

Job description

Berkshire Medical Center, located on the 4 West Oncology unit, seeks an Unit Assistant to support nurses and physicians, helping maintain smooth unit operations and accurate patient care information.

The role requires a Nursing Assistant course completion, a high school diploma, and strong computer skills; BLS and MA CNA preferred. Post shifts include varied days and a union benefits package.