BWH Neuroscience Intermediate PCA

Company: Brigham and Women's Hospital
Location: Boston
Posted on: March 27, 2025

Job Description:

Site: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. At Mass General Brigham, we know it takes a surprising range of talented professionals to advance our mission-from doctors, nurses, business people and tech experts, to dedicated researchers and systems analysts. As a not-for-profit organization, Mass General Brigham is committed to supporting patient care, research, teaching, and service to the community. We place great value on being a diverse, equitable and inclusive organization as we aim to reflect the diversity of the patients we serve. Therefore, we invite and welcome applicants from traditionally underrepresented groups in healthcare - people of color, people with disabilities, LGBTQ community, and/or gender expansive, first and second-generation immigrants, veterans, and people from different socioeconomic backgrounds - to apply.Job SummaryWorking 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.Essential 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, including bathing and dressing patients, helping them use the toilet if needed, and feeding them.
• Assists 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 reports those concerns to the nurses.QualificationsEducationHigh School Diploma or Equivalent preferred. Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No.Licenses and Credentials

• Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - preferred
• Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification] - preferred
• Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic [Massachusetts] - preferred
• Nursing Assistant [LNA - New Hampshire] - preferredExperienceExperience 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.Physical Requirements
    • Standing Frequently (34-66%)
    • Walking Frequently (34-66%)
    • Sitting Occasionally (3-33%)
    • Lifting Frequently (34-66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
    • Carrying Frequently (34-66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
    • Pushing Occasionally (3-33%)
    • Pulling Occasionally (3-33%)
    • Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
    • Balancing Frequently (34-66%)
    • Stooping Occasionally (3-33%)
    • Kneeling Occasionally (3-33%)
    • Crouching Occasionally (3-33%)
    • Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
    • Reaching Frequently (34-66%)
    • Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34-66%)
    • Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34-66%)
    • Feeling Constantly (67-100%)
    • Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
    • Vision - Far Constantly (67-100%)
    • Vision - Near Constantly (67-100%)
    • Talking Constantly (67-100%)
    • Hearing Constantly (67-100%)Additional InformationRemote Type: OnsiteWork Location: 75 Francis StreetScheduled Weekly Hours: 0Employee Type: Per DiemWork Shift: Rotating (United States of America)EEO Statement: The Brigham and Women's Hospital, Inc. is an Affirmative Action Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. 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.Mass General Brigham Competency Framework: At Mass General Brigham, our competency framework defines what effective leadership "looks like" by specifying which behaviors are most critical for successful performance at each job level.Combat disease. Hold a hand. Help people. Impact the world. Mass General Brigham is a passionate, welcoming community where minds meet caring hearts. Come be a part of the world's most powerful force in medicine, where every role is important in changing lives. Are you ready?
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