Patient Care Associate | Medical Unit |MGH

Site The General Hospital Corporation Job Summary Schedule: Days: 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM / 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM Evenings: 3:00 PM – 11:00 PM Nights: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM / 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM Mandatory weekend shifts every month Rotating holiday schedule Position Summary Under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), the Patient Care Associate (PCA) supports the multidisciplinary healthcare team in providing safe, compassionate, and patient-centered care. PCA assists patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, feeding, and mobility support, while promoting comfort and maintaining patient dignity. Responsibilities also include monitoring and documenting vital signs, obtaining EKGs, drawing blood, and responding promptly to patient requests while safeguarding confidentiality and ensuring patient safety. Essential Functions Performs vital signs, weights/heights, intake, and output measurements accurately and within established timeframes and/or as requested Completes all required documentation in the medical record Interact effectively with patients and families Assists patients with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, feeding, and toileting Assist patients with turning, repositioning, and transferring between bed and wheelchair as needed Listen to patient concerns and reports changes or concerns to nursing staff promptly Qualifications High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred. Licenses and Certifications Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification preferred Certified Medical Assistant (National Certification) preferred Emergency Medical Technician – Basic (Massachusetts) preferred Nursing Assistant (LNA – Massachusetts) preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions Knowledge of medical terminology Strong patient/customer service skills Ability to lift up to 35 pounds Proficient computer skills and ability to navigate electronic medical records efficiently Additional Job Details Remote Type: Onsite Work Location: 273 Charles Street Scheduled Weekly Hours: 0 Employee Type: Per Diem Work Shift: Rotating Pay Range: $20.58 - $26.58 per Hour Grade: 3 Employee Benefits Weekly pay Medical, dental, and vision insurance Tuition reimbursement Shift differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends Generous paid time off Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount) Resources for childcare and emergency backup care Hospital-paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan Employee perks and discounts on tickets, passes, and more Membership to the MGB Fitness Center EEO Statement 1200 The General Hospital Corporation 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. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr