Patient Care Assistant (CNA) | General Medicine | MGH

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White 8 is a 27-bed adult general medicine inpatient unit, located in Boston, MA. The unit serves patients from culturally diverse backgrounds and geographic areas that present with acute and complex medical problems. Patients are generally admitted to our unit from the Emergency Department or as a transfer from one of the intensive care units. The unit is in search of a highly motivated and dedicated individual to join our team as a Patient Care Associate (PCA) in White 8.

Schedule:
-Days (7am-7pm), and Nights (7pm-7am)
-Mandatory holiday shifts schedule.
-8hr and 12hr shifts available
-Must be able to provide weekend coverage every month

What do we have to offer*?
*Weekly Salary
*Shift differential for evening, nights, and weekends
*Employee Perks; Discount on travel and local attractions

Sign on bonus for applicable hires and REFERRAL BONUS for applicable MGB employees.

 

Job Summary

Summary
Working under the direction of licensed personnel, assists patients with activities of daily living tasks such as bathing, dressing, and eating.

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.

-Assists 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 - Paramedic [Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Office of Emergency Medical Services preferred Nursing Assistant [LNA - New Hampshire] - New Hampshire 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)

 

Remote Type

Onsite

 

Work Location

55 Fruit Street

 

Scheduled Weekly Hours

24

 

Employee Type

Regular

 

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

 

Pay Range

$18.22 - $26.06/Hourly

 

Grade

3

 

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

 

EEO Statement:

1200 The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applican