- Salary
- $21 – $26
- Location
- 311 Service Road East Sandwich (Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Cape Cod), United States of America
- Workplace
- Onsite
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Healthcare
- Education
- High School
- Source
- Workday
Description
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. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham.
Job Summary
Come join our team at Spaulding Rehabilitation on beautiful Cape Cod.Spaulding Rehabilitation Cape Cod is a nationally recognized rehabilitation leader in a unique Cape Cod setting. As the Cape’s only hospital-level rehabilitation provider with inpatient and outpatient programs, we are part of the Spaulding Rehabilitation Network and Mass General Brigham.
We offer a collaborative, patient-centered environment where employees can build meaningful careers and help patients regain independence. Candidates are drawn to our strong reputation, supportive culture, development opportunities, and career-growth pathways.
Spaulding Cape Cod is a strong destination for clinical, administrative, operational, and support employees who want to grow, contribute, and make a meaningful impact.
This Patient Care Assistant position offers a part or full-time schedule on the evening shift and is eligible for a $750.00 sign-on bonus.
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
- Performs patient care-related duties and clinical functions as assigned, including, but not limited to, performing and documenting point of care, vital signs, EKGs, bathing and other sanitary needs of patients, transferring and assisting with ambulation of patients, 1:1 patient observation for safety purposes, and phlebotomy. Assist RNs and physicians with other exams and treatments as required.
- Completes all documentation such as height, weight, intake of fluids and food, output of urine/stool/vomit/other drainage, and blood glucose results in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
- Assists patients with food tray setup, eating, and feeding, as needed.
- Ensures that patient rooms are stocked, equipped, and cleaned appropriately, as needs indicate and as patient volumes change.
- Retrieves equipment from other areas, sets up equipment, cleans equipment between patient use, and reports malfunctioning equipment per organizational policy.
- Assists with admitting and discharging patients.
- Facilitates orientation of new PCA team members as directed.
- Interacts with patients, visitors, and other care team members effectively
- Communicates with nursing staff effectively and in a timely manner regarding issues related to patient care and condition.
- Fosters a positive, collaborative team environment that promotes teamwork and professional growth.
Qualifications
Education
- High School Diploma or Equivalent - preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
Licenses and Credentials
- Basic Life Support [BLS] - preferred
- Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification] - preferred
- Nursing Assistant/Patient Care Technician [National Certification] - preferred
- Nursing Assistant [CNA - Massachusetts] - preferred
Experience
- Experience working in patient care/elder care 0-1 year 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.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Physical Requirements
Remote Type
Work Location
Pay Range
$21.98 - $26.58/Hourly
Grade
3
EEO Statement:
Mass General Brigham Competency Framework
At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership “looks like” by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.