Patient Care Assistant| MGH-Surgical Unit

Patient Care Assistant-Surgical Unit-Ellison 7

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The Opportunity : Patient Care Assistant-Surgical Unit-Ellison 7 Ellison 7 is a fast-paced 36-bed adult inpatient trauma / surgical unit. This unit is an exciting environment where the interventions are cutting-edge. Patients come from all over the globe for the specialty care our nursing and physician staff provide. Patients on this unit have sustained a multi-trauma event and / or have had surgery. Our surgical patients are recovering from all types of surgeries (mainly abdominal and cancer surgeries).

Schedule : Full-time| 36 hours per week (3) 12-hour shifts Day / Evening rotating shifts| 7a-7p & 11a-11p Alternating holiday and weekend schedule requirement $750.00 Sign on bonus available

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.

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 Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred Emergency Medical Technician - Basic [Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Office of Emergency Medical Services preferred Nursing Assistant [LNA - Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Board of Nursing preferred Experience : Experience working in patient care / elder care 1-2 years 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.

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

Mass General Hospital is a world-renowned hospital that provides the highest quality care to patients. We are a leader in medical research and education, and we are committed to providing our employees with an exciting and fulfilling career. Our culture is one of collaboration and innovation. We believe that by working together, we can achieve extraordinary things. We are also committed to providing our employees with a work-life balance that allows them to thrive both authoritatively and personally.

If you are looking for a significant and exciting career in medicine, then Mass General Hospital is the place for you! We offer a variety of career opportunities, so you can find a position that fits your interests and skills. We also offer several benefits, so you can be sure that you are well-compensated for your hard work.

Onsite Work Location : 267 Charles Street Scheduled Weekly Hours : 36 Employee Type : Regular Work Shift : Rotating (United States of America) Pay Range : $18.22 - $26.06 / Hourly Grade : 3

At Mass General Brigham, we believe in recognizing and rewarding the unique value each team member brings to our organization. Our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and any offer extended will take into account your skills, relevant experience if applicable, education, certifications and other essential factors. The base pay information provided offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications; however, it does not encompass all elements contributing to your total compensation package. In addition to competitive base pay, we offer comprehensive benefits, career advancement opportunities, differentials, premiums and bonuses as applicable and recognition programs designed to celebrate your contributions and support your professional growth.

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