Patient Care Assistant| MGH-Post Anesthesia Care Unit
About The Position
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. The Opportunity: Patient Care Assistant - Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) This unit REQUIRES at least one year of inpatient acute care experience This unit requires you to be licensed or certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, EMT or other critical care training Apply ONLY if you are able to work both Day and Night shift SCHEDULE 40-hour| Day/Night shift (5) 8-hour shifts OR (2) 12-hour shifts & (2) 8-hour shift 7a -7p, 7a-3p and 7p-7a, 11p-7a Require one weekend shift per month -a Saturday or Sunday PACU consists of 111 bays caring for post-op patients recovering from anesthesia before moving to an inpatient unit. https://www.massgeneral.org/surgery/thoracic-surgery/patient-resources/after-surgery $750.00 Sign on Bonus available Job 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 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 a number of basic hygiene tasks. This may include bathing and dressing patients, helping them use the toilet if needed, and feeding them. Assist with helping patients turn and reposition themselves in bed as needed and help them move between the bed and a wheelchair if they use one. Listens to any health concerns patients may have and report those concerns to the nurses. Additional Job Details (if applicable) Mass General Hospital is a world-renowned hospital that provides the highest quality care to patients. We are a leader in medical research and education, and we are committed to delivering our employees with an exciting and exciting career. Our culture is one of collaboration and innovation. We believe that by working together, we can achieve outstanding things. We are also committed to delivering our employees with a work-life balance that allows them to thrive both expertly and personally. If you are looking for an exciting and rewarding career in medicine, then Mass General Hospital is the place for you. We offer a variety of career opportunities, so you can find a position that fits your interests and skills. We also offer several benefits, so you can be sure that you are well-compensated for your hard work. Do you think you may be a good fit for New England's #1 Medical Center, based on U.S. News Best Hospitals for 2024-2025: Massachusetts General Hospital?
Requirements
- This unit REQUIRES at least one year of inpatient acute care experience
- This unit requires you to be licensed or certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, EMT or other critical care training
- Apply ONLY if you are able to work both Day and Night shift
- High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
- Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred
- Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred
- Emergency Medical Technician - Basic [Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Office of Emergency Medical Services preferred
- Nursing Assistant [LNA - Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Board of Nursing preferred
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Experience working in patient care/elder care 1-2 years preferred
Responsibilities
- 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 a number of basic hygiene tasks. This may include bathing and dressing patients, helping them use the toilet if needed, and feeding them.
- Assist with helping patients turn and reposition themselves in bed as needed and help them move between the bed and a wheelchair if they use one.
- Listens to any health concerns patients may have and report those concerns to the nurses.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
