Patient Care Associate | Medical Unit | MGH
About The Position
The RACU/General Medicine is an eighteen-bed unit crafted for the care of patients requiring focused pulmonary care and the care of patients with general medical diagnoses. Under the direction of a registered nurse (RN), the Patient Care Associate (PCA) assists the multi-disciplinary health care team in clinical support functions to promote a safe, conscientious patient care environment. PCA assists patients with daily living needs, monitoring & reading vital signs, drawing blood, and obtaining EKGs. Responds to patient requests in a timely manner, safeguarding patient confidentiality, monitoring patient safety, and always communicating in a respectful manner. PCAs will float between two units, Bigelow 9 General Medicine, and Bigelow 13 RACU.
Requirements
- 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
- Experience working in patient care/elder care 1-2 years 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.
Responsibilities
- Assists patients with daily living needs
- Monitoring & reading vital signs
- Drawing blood
- Obtaining EKGs
- Responds to patient requests in a timely manner
- Safeguarding patient confidentiality
- Monitoring patient safety
- Communicating in a respectful manner
- Float between two units, Bigelow 9 General Medicine, and Bigelow 13 RACU
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits
- Career advancement opportunities
- Differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable
- Recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
