Patient Care Assistant I

Mass General Brigham•Boston, MA

11d•$21 - $27•Onsite

About The Position

Working under the direction of licensed personnel, the Patient Care Assistant I helps patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, and eating. The role also involves taking and recording vital signs and other measurements, 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 70 Francis Street, with a 40-hour scheduled workweek on the evening shift.

Requirements

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.
Computer proficiency to work efficiently with electronic medical records.

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

Measure and document vital signs, weights, heights, intakes, and outputs accurately and within established time frames or as requested.
Complete required documentation in the medical record.
Interact effectively with patients and their families.
Assist patients with basic hygiene, including bathing, dressing, toileting, and feeding.
Help patients turn and reposition themselves in bed and move between a bed and wheelchair as needed.
Listen to patients’ health concerns and report them to nurses.