What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Assistant I position at Massachusetts General Hospital?
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. 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.
Why This Role Is Important?
Phillips House 22 is an 19-bed adult unit specializing in Gynecology Oncology and General Surgery. 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, compassionate patient care environment. The PCA provides assistance with activities of daily living needs of patients, assisting nurses in helping to stabilize patients, drawing blood, frequent glucose monitoring, and obtaining EKGs, to name a few.
Schedule : 16 hours weekly
Rotational holiday and weekend
What do we have to offer?
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?
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
About Mass General Hospital 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, innovation, and diversity. We believe that by working together, we can achieve outstanding 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 a significant 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.
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