Patient Care Associate, Per Diem

## Patient Care Associate, Per Diem Apply:
Onsite:
Cambridge-MA:
Part time:
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The Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital Corporation 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
** Join Spaulding Rehabilitation Network, one of the nation's premier rehabilitation hospitals and a recognized leader in patient recovery, innovation, and compassionate care. As part of the Mass General Brigham system, Spaulding is known for its commitment to clinical excellence, groundbreaking rehabilitation research, and outstanding patient outcomes.
As a Patient Care Assistant (PCA), you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day, helping patients regain independence and achieve their recovery goals. You'll work alongside an experienced interdisciplinary team in a supportive environment that values collaboration, continuous learning, and professional development. Whether you're beginning your healthcare career or looking to advance within a world-class organization, Spaulding offers opportunities for growth through hands-on experience, mentorship, tuition reimbursement, and pathways into nursing and other clinical careers.
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    Essential Functions  
-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 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)
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Job Description
** Remote Type
** Onsite
* * Work Location
** 1575 Cambridge Street
** Scheduled Weekly Hours
** 0
* * Employee Type
** Per Diem
** Work Shift
** Rotating (United States of America)
** Pay Range**$20.58 - $26.58/Hourly
** Grade
* * 3

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