Patient Care Assistant I

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Working under the direction of licensed personnel, the Patient Care Assistant I supports patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and eating. The role also involves measuring and recording vital signs and other patient information, documenting care in the medical record, and communicating effectively with patients and their families. The position is onsite at The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc., at 45 Francis Street, with a 40-hour day shift.

Requirements

Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
Knowledge of medical terminology.
Strong patient or customer service skills.
Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
Computer proficiency to work efficiently with electronic medical records.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
Basic Life Support (BLS) credential.
Nationally certified Medical Assistant credential.
Nationally certified Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician credential.
New Hampshire Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) credential.
0–1 year of experience working in patient care or elder care.

Responsibilities

Accurately measure vital signs, height, weight, intake, and output within established time frames or as requested.
Complete required documentation in the medical record.
Interact effectively with patients and their families.
Assist patients with hygiene and daily living tasks, including bathing, dressing, toileting, and feeding.
Help patients turn and reposition in bed and move between a bed and wheelchair as needed.
Listen to patients' health concerns and report them to nurses.