Patient Care Assistant Endoscopy BWH

Patient Care Assistant

A $750.00 sign on bonus is being offered to eligible new employees hired in our PCA positions.

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

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 - Paramedic [Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Office of Emergency Medical Services preferred Nursing Assistant [LNA - New Hampshire] - New Hampshire 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) : Onsite Work Location : 75 Francis Street Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40 Employee Type : Regular Work Shift : Rotating (United States of America) Pay Range : $18.22 - $26.06 / Hourly Grade : 3

EEO Statement : The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. 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.