Patient Care Associate - Mount Auburn Hospital, ICU (32 hours rotating)

Job Description As a Patient Care Assistant at Mount Auburn Hospital in Cambridge, you will support patients with daily activities, monitor health status, and assist clinical staff with treatments and procedures. The position follows a three‑shift rotating schedule per week, including days, evenings, and nights. Key Responsibilities Deliver compassionate, hands‑on patient support by: Assisting with activities of daily living, including hygiene, nutrition, elimination, mobility, comfort, and safety Monitoring and documenting vital signs, patient weight, intake/output, and other key data Completing assigned patient treatments and supporting clinicians with more advanced procedures Support clinical care and diagnostics by: Performing phlebotomy and EKGs Applying Holter monitors and performing glucometry Collecting, labeling, and preparing specimens accurately Enhance the patient experience by: Responding promptly to patient call lights and ensuring concerns are resolved Transporting discharged patients safely Providing one‑to‑one observation when needed Collaborate and grow within the care team by: Participating in patient care rounds Attending conferences and educational programs as appropriate Maintaining required unit competencies Ensure readiness and compliance by: Maintaining BCLS certification Attending the annual Safety Education Fair Required Qualifications Education & Skills: High school diploma or equivalent Ability to read and write at a Level 8, as documented in “Invest” (hospital Employee Learning Laboratory software) Communication & Interpersonal Strengths: Strong verbal communication skills to ensure accurate information exchange Excellent interpersonal skills to engage respectfully with patients, visitors, and team members Pay Range $20.00 - $26.92 per hour. Compensation may exceed the base hourly rate depending on shift differentials, call pay, premium pay, overtime pay, and other additional pay practices. Vaccination Requirement All staff must be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment. Equal Opportunity Employer / Veterans / Disabled We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Beth Israel Lahey Health