Vascular Care Aide - Vital Signs & Daily Patient Support

2200 The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 59,036,000 - 76,162,000; Part time

Job summary

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Per Diem Patient Care Assistant to support licensed personnel in daily living activities for patients at 75 Francis Street. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting with bathing, dressing, eating, and mobility, and documenting findings in the medical record.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or equivalent and relevant certifications such as BLS, CMA, or CNA. Prior patient care experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• Experience: 0–1 year in patient care/elder care preferred.
• Licenses/credentials: BLS, CMA, and CNA certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs vital signs, weights/heights, intakes, and outputs with accuracy.
• Completes documentation in the medical record.
• Interacts with patients and families effectively.
• Assists with activities of daily living such as bathing, dressing, eating.
• Helps with mobility and repositioning in bed or wheelchair.
• Reports health concerns to nurses.

Skills

Vital signs documentation

Patient care assistance

Medical terminology

Electronic medical records

Written and oral instructions

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

BLS (Basic Life Support)

Certified Medical Assistant (National Certification)

Nursing Assistant Certification (NH)

Tools

Computer skills

EDR/EMR systems

Job description

The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is seeking a Per Diem Patient Care Assistant to support licensed personnel in daily living activities for patients at 75 Francis Street. Responsibilities include taking vital signs, assisting with bathing, dressing, eating, and mobility, and documenting findings in the medical record.

Candidates should have a High School Diploma or equivalent and relevant certifications such as BLS, CMA, or CNA. Prior patient care experience is preferred.