Patient Care Assistant | Ortho-Urology | MGH
Job Description
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
$750 sign-on bonus is being offered to eligible new employees hired into our PCA positions.Schedule:
Days (7am-7pm) and Nights (7pm-7am)
(3) 12-hour shifts per week
Mandatory weekend shifts every month.
Holiday rotating schedule.
The Ortho-Urology Unit (Ellison 6) is a thirty-six-bed adult inpatient surgery unit. The patient population includes orthopedic and urologic patients who are post-surgical intervention and pre-surgery from Emergency Department, front door or clinical admissions. Fast-paced, exciting environment.
Prefer applicants seeking full-time permanent employment.
What 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 results 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 Certification]
Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification]
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 0-1 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.
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.