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Patient Care Associate

Mass General Brigham

Northampton, MAJob$18.43–25.63/hrPosted 2mo agoChecked 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$18.43–25.63/hr
Location
Northampton, MA
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

American Heart Association Basic Life Support CertificationNursing Assistant CertificationMedical Assistant Certification

Job overview

Mass General Brigham is hiring a Patient Care Associate. The Patient Care Associate role at Cooley Dickinson Hospital supports patient safety and care by performing direct and non‑direct duties, including routine patient care, clerical, supply, and messenger tasks, while reporting to the Nurse Manager and adhering to hospital policies.

Key focus areas include Perform routine patient care duties under direction of licensed nursing personnel, Handle clerical, supply, and messenger responsibilities as needed, and Observe patients for safety when 1:1 observation is required.

Important skills include Medical Terminology, Typing, Computer Experience, Interpersonal Skills, Organizational Skills, and Oral And Written Communication.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Medical TerminologyTypingComputer ExperienceInterpersonal SkillsOrganizational SkillsOral and Written CommunicationMulti TaskingStress Crisis ManagementCollaborationProfessional DemeanorEffective CommunicationFollow InstructionsPatient Care

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentAmerican Heart Association Basic Life Support CertificationNursing Assistant CertificationMedical Assistant CertificationNursing Student Enrolled in Nursing Program With Minimum 6 Months Clinical ExperienceSix Months to One Year Nursing Assistant ExperienceOne to Three Years Secretarial ExperienceHealth Care ExperienceCompletion of PCA Educational Objectives and Unit Specific TrainingAbility to Perform Routine Patient Care Activities Under Direction of Licensed Nursing Personnel Requiring Technical or on the Job Training

Full job description

Site: Cooley Dickinson Hospital, Inc.

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

Full Time and Part Time - Days and Nights available The Patient Care Associate (PCA) is responsible for performing a variety of direct and non-direct patient care duties, including routine patient care duties as well as clerical, supply, and messenger responsibilities. The PCA performs other patient care related duties and unit duties as needed and may function as a patient care observer to monitor for patient safety in situations where 1:1 observation is required.

This position is part of the 1199SEIU Bargaining Unit at Cooley Dickinson Hospital.

This position reports to the Nurse Manager and operates within established organizational and departmental policies and procedures.

Qualifications

Qualifications, PCA, Certified (Salary Grade C25)

  • High school diploma or equivalent required

  • Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

  • Ability to perform routine patient care activities under the direction of licensed nursing personnel requiring technical or on the job training required

  • Nursing Assistant certification, Medical Assistant certification, or a nursing student who is actively enrolled into a nursing program with a minimum of 6 months student clinical experience required.

  • Six (6) months to one (1) year nursing assistant experience required

  • One (1) to three (3) years secretarial experience preferred

  • Health care experience preferred

  • Ability to multi-task and handle stress crisis situations effectively required

  • Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology required

  • Demonstrated typing skills and computer experience required

  • Demonstrated interpersonal, organizational, and oral and written communication skills required Qualifications, PCA, Non-Certified (Salary Grade C24)

  • Completion of PCA educational objectives and unit-specific training as outlined by the Professional Development Department required

  • High school diploma or equivalent required

  • Current American Heart Association BLS certification required

  • Ability to perform routine patient care activities under the direction of licensed nursing personnel requiring technical or on the job training required

  • Health care experience preferred

  • Ability to multi-task and handle stress crisis situations effectively required

  • Demonstrated typing skills and computer experience required

  • Demonstrated interpersonal, organizational, and oral and written communication skills required

  • Ability to communicate effectively and follow written and/or oral instructions required

  • Demonstrated teamwork and collaboration skills and a professional demeanor required

Additional Job Details (if applicable)

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%)

Remote Type

Onsite

Work Location

30 Locust Street

Pay Range

$18.43 - $25.63/Hourly

Grade

SC2C25

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. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.

EEO Statement:

1910 Cooley Dickinson 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. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To ensure reasonable accommodation for individuals protected by Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Veteran’s Readjustment Act of 1974, and Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, applicants who require accommodation in the job application process may contact Human Resources at (857)-282-7642.

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