What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Assistant -ICU-MGH position at Massachusetts General Hospital?
The Opportunity : The Opportunity : Patient Care Associate - Burn ICU Unit
Why This Role Is Important?
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.
PCA assists patients with daily living needs, supervising & reading vital signs, drawing blood, and obtaining EKGs. Responds to patient requests in a timely manner, safeguarding patient confidentiality, monitoring patient safety, and always communicating in a respectful manner.
- Required : Must have recent experience, and / or training, in clinical patient care.
- Preferred : Licensed, certified, or enrolled student in a Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, Mental Health Technician, or EMT accredited program, at the time of hire, OR
- Candidate enrolled in a Nursing, Pre-Med, PA undergraduate program, with at least one semester of patient care rotations completed, at time of hire.
Schedule
Day (7am-3pm / 7am-7pm)
Evening (3pm-11pm)
Night (7pm-7am, 11pm-7a)
Rotational holiday and weekend schedule
What do we have to offer?
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 extraordinary things. We are also committed to delivering our employees with a work-life balance that allows them to thrive both authoritatively and personally.
If you are looking for a significant 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!
The General Hospital Corporation is an Equal Opportunity 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.
