Patient Care Associate 32 hours nights

Site: Newton-Wellesley Hospital 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. $750.00 Sign-On Bonus 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. Responsibilities 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, including bathing, dressing, toilet assistance, and feeding. Assists with turning and repositioning patients in bed and moving between bed and wheelchair if needed. Listens to any health concerns patients may have and reports those concerns to the nurses. Qualifications Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent (preferred). Licenses and Credentials: Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, Certified Medical Assistant, Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic (Massachusetts), Nursing Assistant (LNA – New Hampshire). Experience: 1–2 years in patient care/elder care (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 computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records. Physical Requirements Standing Frequently (34–66%) Walking Frequently (34–66%) Sitting Occasionally (3–33%) Lifting Frequently (34–66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device) Carrying Frequently (34–66%) 20–35lbs Pushing Occasionally (3–33%) Pulling Occasionally (3–33%) Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%) Balancing Frequently (34–66%) Stooping Occasionally (3–33%) Kneeling Occasionally (3–33%) Crouching Occasionally (3–33%) Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%) Reaching Frequently (34–66%) Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34–66%) Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34–66%) Feeling Constantly (67–100%) Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%) Vision – Far Constantly (67–100%) Vision – Near Constantly (67–100%) Talking Constantly (67–100%) Hearing Constantly (67–100%) Remote Type Onsite Work Location 2014 Washington Street Scheduled Weekly Hours 32 Employee Type Regular Work Shift Night (United States of America) Pay Range $17.71 – $25.28 per Hour EEO Statement 4100 Newton-Wellesley Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr