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Patient Care Assistant | Adult Medical | MGH
Mass General BrighamUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 14 Apr 2026
💰 $53,160/yr($37,160/yr – $53,160/yr)
About the role
Site: The General Hospital Corporation
The Adult Medical unit has 36-bed and located in Boston, MA. The unit is devoted to the care of the acutely ill medical patient. The patient population on this unit includes a vast mix of medical diagnoses requiring complex nursing care.
Schedule
Day (7am-7pm) and Nights (7pm-7am) on Weekdays and weekends.
Mandatory weekend shifts every other week.
What do we have to Offer*?
*Weekly Pay
*Medical, Dental and Vision insurance.
*Tuition Reimbursement.
*Shift differential for evening, nights, and weekends.
*Generous paid time off. - Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount).
*Resources for childcare and emergency backup care.
*Hospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan.
*Employee “Perks” - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events
$750 Sign on bonus for applicable hires, employees not eligible.
-Completes all documentation such as height, weight, intake of fluids and food, output of urine/stool/vomit/other drainage, and blood glucose results in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). <br>
-Assists patients with food tray setup, eating, and feeding, as needed. <br>
-Ensures that patient rooms are stocked, equipped, and cleaned appropriately, as needs indicate and as patient volumes change. <br>
-Retrieves equipment from other areas, sets up equipment, cleans equipment between patient use, and reports malfunctioning equipment per organizational policy. <br>
-Assists with admitting and discharging patients. <br>
-Facilitates orientation of new PCA team members as directed. <br>
-Interacts with patients, visitors, and other care team members effectively <br>
-Communicates with nursing staff effectively and in a timely manner regarding issues related to patient care and condition. <br>
-Fosters a positive, collaborative team environment that promotes teamwork and professional growth. <br>
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 Adult Medical unit has 36-bed and located in Boston, MA. The unit is devoted to the care of the acutely ill medical patient. The patient population on this unit includes a vast mix of medical diagnoses requiring complex nursing care.
Schedule
Day (7am-7pm) and Nights (7pm-7am) on Weekdays and weekends.
Mandatory weekend shifts every other week.
What do we have to Offer*?
*Weekly Pay
*Medical, Dental and Vision insurance.
*Tuition Reimbursement.
*Shift differential for evening, nights, and weekends.
*Generous paid time off. - Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount).
*Resources for childcare and emergency backup care.
*Hospital paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan.
*Employee “Perks” - enjoy discounts on tickets and passes for everything from ski resorts to museums to sporting events
$750 Sign on bonus for applicable hires, employees not eligible.
Job Summary
Summary<br>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.<br><br>Does this position require Patient Care?<br>Yes<br><br>Essential Functions<br>-Performs patient care-related duties and clinical functions as assigned, including, but not limited to, performing and documenting point of care, vital signs, EKGs, bathing and other sanitary needs of patients, transferring and assisting with ambulation of patients, 1:1 patient observation for safety purposes, and phlebotomy. Assist RNs and physicians with other exams and treatments as required. <br>-Completes all documentation such as height, weight, intake of fluids and food, output of urine/stool/vomit/other drainage, and blood glucose results in the Electronic Health Record (EHR). <br>
-Assists patients with food tray setup, eating, and feeding, as needed. <br>
-Ensures that patient rooms are stocked, equipped, and cleaned appropriately, as needs indicate and as patient volumes change. <br>
-Retrieves equipment from other areas, sets up equipment, cleans equipment between patient use, and reports malfunctioning equipment per organizational policy. <br>
-Assists with admitting and discharging patients. <br>
-Facilitates orientation of new PCA team members as directed. <br>
-Interacts with patients, visitors, and other care team members effectively <br>
-Communicates with nursing staff effectively and in a timely manner regarding issues related to patient care and condition. <br>
-Fosters a positive, collaborative team environment that promotes teamwork and professional growth. <br>
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] - Generic - HR Only preferred Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification] - Generic - HR Only preferred Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician [National Certification] - Generic - HR Only preferred Experience Experience working in patient care/elder care 0-1 year 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 in computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
15 Parkman Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
36
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Rotating (United States of America)
Pay Range
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