Patient Care Assistant - MGH Transplant Unit - Remote

Overview

The Patient Care Assistant at Mass General Brigham provides essential support to patients in the transplant unit, assisting with daily living activities and vital sign monitoring under the direction of licensed personnel.

In Short

• Assists patients with daily living tasks such as bathing and dressing.
• Takes and records vital signs including temperature and blood pressure.
• Completes medical record documentation accurately.
• Interacts effectively with patients and their families.
• Helps patients reposition themselves and move between bed and wheelchair.
• Reports health concerns to nursing staff.
• Works rotating shifts, totaling 24 hours per week.
• Requires Basic Life Support certification.
• Experience in patient care or elder care preferred.
• Strong customer service skills are essential.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred.
• No experience in lieu of a degree accepted.
• Basic Life Support Certification required.
• Preferred certifications include Certified Medical Assistant and Nursing Assistant.
• 1-2 years of experience in patient care preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Proficient computer skills for electronic medical records.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• Strong patient/customer service skills.

Benefits

• Work-life balance opportunities.
• Exciting career in a leading medical center.
• Collaborative and innovative work culture.
• Variety of career opportunities available.
• Comprehensive employee benefits package.