Brigham and Women's Hospital
Patient Care Assistant Endoscopy BWH
Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Overview
5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Base pay range: $18.22/hr - $26.06/hr Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. 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. A $750.00 sign on bonus is being offered to eligible new employees hired in our PCA positions.
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.
Essential Functions
Performs vital signs, weights/heights, intakes, and outputs with accuracy and within established time frame and/or as requested.
Completes all documentation in the medical record as required.
Interacts with patients and their families effectively.
Helps patients with basic hygiene tasks, including bathing and dressing, helping them use the toilet if needed, and feeding them.
Assists with turning and repositioning patients in bed and helps them move between bed and a wheelchair if needed.
Listens to health concerns patients may have and reports those concerns to the nurses.
Qualifications Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred. Licenses and Credentials: Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred; Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred; Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic [Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Office of Emergency Medical Services preferred; Nursing Assistant [LNA - New Hampshire] - New Hampshire Board of Nursing preferred.
Experience: Experience working in patient care/elder care 1-2 years 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 computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records.
Job Details Remote Type: Onsite
Work Location: 75 Francis Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0
Employee Type: Per Diem
Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America)
Pay Range: $18.22 - $26.06/Hourly
Grade: 3
EEO Statement The Brigham and Women\'s 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.
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.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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5 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features. Base pay range: $18.22/hr - $26.06/hr Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. 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. A $750.00 sign on bonus is being offered to eligible new employees hired in our PCA positions.
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.
Essential Functions
Performs vital signs, weights/heights, intakes, and outputs with accuracy and within established time frame and/or as requested.
Completes all documentation in the medical record as required.
Interacts with patients and their families effectively.
Helps patients with basic hygiene tasks, including bathing and dressing, helping them use the toilet if needed, and feeding them.
Assists with turning and repositioning patients in bed and helps them move between bed and a wheelchair if needed.
Listens to health concerns patients may have and reports those concerns to the nurses.
Qualifications Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred. Licenses and Credentials: Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred; Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred; Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic [Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Office of Emergency Medical Services preferred; Nursing Assistant [LNA - New Hampshire] - New Hampshire Board of Nursing preferred.
Experience: Experience working in patient care/elder care 1-2 years 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 computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records.
Job Details Remote Type: Onsite
Work Location: 75 Francis Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0
Employee Type: Per Diem
Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America)
Pay Range: $18.22 - $26.06/Hourly
Grade: 3
EEO Statement The Brigham and Women\'s 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.
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.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Part-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Hospitals and Health Care
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