MGH Patient Care Assistant | Respiratory Acute Care - General Medicine
Mass General Brigham · Boston-MA
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- PayStated
- $20.58–$26.58 an hourAbout $42,806–$55,286 a year at 40 hours a week (derived, not posted)
- Employment typeStated
- Full time
- Work arrangementStated
- On-site
- ShiftStated
- night, evening, day, rotating, weekend
*Shift differential for evening, nights, and weekends.
from the posting - ExperienceStated
- 0-2 years
- EducationStated
- ['high school', 'professional certificate']
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Requirements, each with its sentence from the posting
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- BLS certificationrequired
Basic Life Support [BLS]
from the posting - Certified Medical Assistantrequired
Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification]
from the posting - Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician certificationrequired
Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician [National Certification]
from the posting - Medical terminologyrequired
Knowledge of medical terminology
from the posting - Patient/customer service skillsrequired
Strong patient/customer service skills
from the posting - Following instructionsrequired
Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions
from the posting - Electronic health recordsrequired
Proficient in computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records
from the posting - Physical strengthrequired
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds
from the posting - Patient care or elder care experiencepreferred
Experience working in patient care/elder care 0-1 year preferred
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Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
ScheduleDay (7am-7pm) and Night (7pm-7am)
3x shifts per week;
Rotational holiday and weekend schedule
Two joint units are in search of a highly motivated and dedicated individual to join our team as a full-time Patient Care Assistant (PCA).
The Respiratory Acute Care unit (RACU) and General Medicine is an eighteen-bed unit crafted for the care of patients requiring focused pulmonary care and the care of patients with general medical diagnoses.
PCAs will float between two units, Bigelow 9 General Medicine, and Bigelow 13 RACU. The unit is devoted to the care of the acutely ill and Level 1 Trauma patients from the emergency and intensive care units. The patient population on this unit includes a diverse mix of medical diagnoses requiring complex nursing care.
Preferably applicants with full-time availability on weekdays and rotating weekends. This is a permanent role that requires Day shift training after start.
What do we have to Offer*?
*Weekly pay
*Medical, Dental and Vision insurance.
*Tuition Reimbursement.
*Shift differential for evening, nights, and weekends.
*Generous paid time off. - Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount).
*Resources for childcare and emergency backup care.
*Hospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan.
*Employee “Perks” - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events
*Membership to MGB Fitness Center
Summary
Working under the direction of licensed personnel, assists patients with activities of daily living tasks such as bathing, dressing, and eating. Also assists with taking patients' temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration.
Does this position require Patient Care?
Yes
Essential Functions
-Performs patient care-related duties and clinical functions as assigned, including, but not limited to, performing and documenting point of care, vital signs, EKGs, bathing and other sanitary needs of patients, transferring and assisting with ambulation of patients, 1:1 patient observation for safety purposes, and phlebotomy. Assist RNs and physicians with other exams and treatments as required.
-Completes all documentation such as height, weight, intake of fluids and food, output of urine/stool/vomit/other drainage, and blood glucose result in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
-Assists patients with food tray setup, eating, and feeding, as needed.
-Ensures that patient rooms are stocked, equipped, and cleaned appropriately, as needs indicate and as patient volumes change.
-Retrieves equipment from other areas, sets up equipment, cleans equipment between patient use, and reports malfunctioning equipment per organizational policy.
-Assists with admitting and discharging patients.
-Facilitates orientation of new PCA team members as directed.
-Interacts with patients, visitors, and other care team members effectively.
-Communicates with nursing staff effectively and in a timely manner regarding issues related to patient care and condition.
-Fosters a positive, collaborative team environment that promotes teamwork and professional growth.
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
No
Licenses and Credentials
Basic Life Support [BLS]
Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification]
Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician [National Certification]
Experience
Experience working in patient care/elder care 0-1 year preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
- Knowledge of medical terminology.
- Strong patient/customer service skills.
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
- Proficient in computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Work Location
Scheduled Weekly Hours
Employee Type
Work Shift
Pay Range
$20.58 - $26.58/Hourly
Grade
3
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham 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.
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