Patient Care Assistant | MGH-General Medicine and RACU

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The Opportunity: Patient Care Assistant Bigelow 9 General Medicine, and Bigelow 13 RACU
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. PCAs will float between two units, Bigelow 9 General Medicine, and Bigelow 13 RACU.
Schedule
*36 hours| Rotating shifts
*Day (7am-3pm / 7am-7pm)
*Evening (3pm-11pm)
*Night (7pm-7am, 11pm-7a)
*Alternating holiday and weekend schedule required
$750.00 Sign on bonus
$1,000 Referral bonus
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.
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) - 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
Experience working in patient care/elder care 1-2 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)
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 providing our employees with an exciting and fulfilling career. Our culture is one of collaboration and innovation. We believe that by working together, we can achieve great things. We are also committed to providing our employees with a work-life balance that allows them to thrive both authoritatively and personally. If you are looking for an ambitious and exciting 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.
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
273 Charles Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
36
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Rotating (United States of America)
Pay Range
$18.22 - $26.06/Hourly
Grade
3
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