Mass General Brigham - Job Training Program or Employment Skills Training Program
Emergency Services Assistant / Patient Care Assistant
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? YesEssential Functions- Performs vital signs, weights/heights, intakes, and outputs with accuracy and within established time frame and/or as requested. - 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. This may include bathing and dressing patients, helping them use the toilet if needed, and feeding them. - Assist with helping patients turn and reposition themselves in bed as needed and help them move between the bed and a wheelchair if they use one. - Listens to any health concerns patients may have and report those concerns to the nurses.EducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent preferredCan this role accept experience in lieu of a degree?NoLicenses and CredentialsCertification as a CNA, PCT, MA, EMT or commensurate experience required. If the state of MA is not offering CNA exams at the time of hire, documentation of successful completion of full CNA course work will suffice. Nursing student who has completed her/his fundamentals of nursing with a clinical component (clinical rotation or simulation lab). For nursing students hired as PCAs, strongly prefer nursing students enrolled in BSN programs or direct-entry Masters’ programs.ExperienceExperience working in patient care/elder care 1-2 years preferredKnowledge, 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.
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- ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
- ▸ "The listing says 151 - 180 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
- ▸ "Is relocation expected for a full-time offer, or can I convert where I am?"
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