Patient Care Associate|MGH-General Medicine

Mass General Brigham • Part-time • Boston, Massachusetts, United States • 4w ago

Site: The General Hospital Corporation

At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission—from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve.

At Mass General Brigham, we believe a diverse set of backgrounds and lived experiences makes us stronger by challenging our assumptions with new perspectives that can drive revolutionary discoveries in medical innovations in research and patient care. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare — people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds – to apply.

The Opportunity: Patient Care Associate Trainee| Bigelow 9-General Medicine & Bigelow 13-Respiratory Acute Care Unit (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
Per Diem| Rotating shifts
Day (7am-3pm / 7am-7pm)/ Evening (3pm-11pm) & Night (7pm-7am,11pm-7a)
Alternating holiday and weekend schedule requirement

Sign on bonus and referral bonus (if eligible)

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] - Generic - HR Only preferred Experience Patient Care Experience 0-1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Understands his/her role in relation to providing patient care activities. - Understands hospital, division and unit policies and procedures and utilizes these in providing care. - Communicates effectively with the staff and all members of interdisciplinary health care team. - Communicates effectively with patients/significant others in providing patient care.

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, innovation, and diversity. 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?

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

90 Blossom Street

Scheduled Weekly Hours

Employee Type

Per Diem

Work Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

EEO Statement:

The General Hospital Corporation is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Mass General Brigham Competency Framework

At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.

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