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Mass General Brigham

Patient Care Assistant 11d Vascular BWH

Mass General Brigham, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298

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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 Working under the direction of licensed personnel, the role assists patients with activities of daily living tasks such as bathing, dressing, and eating. The assistant also measures vital signs including temperature, blood pressure, pulse, and respiration. The position is a Patient Care Associate (PCA).

Patient Care Required: Yes

Essential Functions

Performs vital signs, weights/heights, intakes, and outputs with accuracy and within established time frames.

Completes all documentation in the medical record as required.

Interacts with patients and their families effectively.

Helps patients with a number of basic hygiene tasks, such as bathing, dressing, toileting, and feeding.

Assists with turning and repositioning patients in bed and helps them move between beds and wheelchairs.

Listens for any 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 (preferred)

Certified Medical Assistant (National Certification) (preferred)

Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic (Massachusetts) (preferred)

Nursing Assistant (LNA - New Hampshire) (preferred)

Experience

1–2 years of experience working in patient care or elder care (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: 70 Francis Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 24

Employee Type: Regular

Work Shift: Rotating (United States of America)

Pay Range: $18.22 – $26.06 per hour

Sign-On Bonus: $750.00 (eligible for new employees in PCA positions)

We believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings. Our base pay is determined by skills, experience, education, certifications, and other essential factors. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentiating bonuses, and recognition programs.

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. If you require accommodation, please contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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