What are the responsibilities and job description for the Home Health Aide, Home Care position at Mass General Brigham?
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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.
Mass General Brigham Home Care provides non-acute, medically necessary skilled care in the home to help “homebound” patients recover from illness or injury and manage exacerbations of chronic disease. Services include skilled nursing care (IV drug administration, injections, tube feeding, wound care, care plan education), physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech language pathology, medical social services, and as needed medical supplies.
We are seeking a full-time, 36-hour Home Health Aide to join our team! New HHA and CNA graduates are welcome to apply.
We're offering a generous sign-on bonus of $750.00 to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process. In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes tuition reimbursement to support your professional growth. The starting rate of pay is $20.58/hr.
This opportunity will see patients in the geographic area covering Lexington, Concord, Billerica, Andover, and neighboring towns. Typical schedules can be flexible based on your availability! The number of visits a day depends on the number of hours worked during the week.
The HHA delivers personal care services—bathing, grooming, meal assistance, mobility support, and medication reminders—helping patients live safely and comfortably at home. You’ll work closely with skilled nursing and therapy teams to provide patient-centered care that promotes independence and quality of life.
Summary
Job Summary
Responsible for helping patients with personal hygiene, minor medical needs, housekeeping, and other daily needs as required by the patient. Perform paraprofessional home health aide services by following a written plan of care. Work is performed under the supervision of a primary nurse or therapist. HHA will provide personal care and related activities of daily living services for patients in their homes, skilled nursing facilities and assisted living facilities. Reports and documentation will be prepared, and regulatory and agency guidelines will be followed.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
Education
We seek candidates who bring not only relevant experience and skills but also a positive attitude, emotional intelligence, and a true passion for home care. The ideal Home Health Aide is reliable, empathetic, and confident working independently to support patients in their homes.
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and their families? Join our team today!
Remote Type
Hybrid
Work Location
152 Conant Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
36
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$17.36 - $24.79/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. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement
Mass General Brigham Home Care, 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.
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. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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.
Mass General Brigham Home Care provides non-acute, medically necessary skilled care in the home to help “homebound” patients recover from illness or injury and manage exacerbations of chronic disease. Services include skilled nursing care (IV drug administration, injections, tube feeding, wound care, care plan education), physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech language pathology, medical social services, and as needed medical supplies.
We are seeking a full-time, 36-hour Home Health Aide to join our team! New HHA and CNA graduates are welcome to apply.
We're offering a generous sign-on bonus of $750.00 to welcome you to our team. Recognizing and valuing exceptional talent, we're eager to discuss the exciting details of this bonus during our interview process. In addition, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes tuition reimbursement to support your professional growth. The starting rate of pay is $20.58/hr.
This opportunity will see patients in the geographic area covering Lexington, Concord, Billerica, Andover, and neighboring towns. Typical schedules can be flexible based on your availability! The number of visits a day depends on the number of hours worked during the week.
The HHA delivers personal care services—bathing, grooming, meal assistance, mobility support, and medication reminders—helping patients live safely and comfortably at home. You’ll work closely with skilled nursing and therapy teams to provide patient-centered care that promotes independence and quality of life.
Summary
Job Summary
Responsible for helping patients with personal hygiene, minor medical needs, housekeeping, and other daily needs as required by the patient. Perform paraprofessional home health aide services by following a written plan of care. Work is performed under the supervision of a primary nurse or therapist. HHA will provide personal care and related activities of daily living services for patients in their homes, skilled nursing facilities and assisted living facilities. Reports and documentation will be prepared, and regulatory and agency guidelines will be followed.
Does this position require Patient Care? Yes
Essential Functions
- Helps patients with personal hygiene, dressing, bathing, and other daily tasks.
- Performs basic health care services for patients, including checking vital signs or administering prescription medication.
- Helps with general light housekeeping.
- Makes transportation arrangements as needed.
- Observes and reports on patient's condition.
Education
- High school diploma or GED required
- Massachusetts Home Care Aide Certification required
- Must pass the Massachusetts Council Home Care Aide exam
- Must successfully pass five clinical training modules
- One year of home health aide experience preferred
- Computer experience or demonstrated aptitude to learn
- Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing to meet communication and documentation requirements
- Strong interpersonal and customer service skills required to interact with a diverse population
- Ability to adapt to changing situations required
- Must be organized and be able to independently and reliably follow specific instructions
We seek candidates who bring not only relevant experience and skills but also a positive attitude, emotional intelligence, and a true passion for home care. The ideal Home Health Aide is reliable, empathetic, and confident working independently to support patients in their homes.
Are you ready to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients and their families? Join our team today!
Remote Type
Hybrid
Work Location
152 Conant Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
36
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Pay Range
$17.36 - $24.79/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. We invite you to apply, and our Talent Acquisition team will provide an overview of your potential compensation and benefits package.
EEO Statement
Mass General Brigham Home Care, 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.
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. The framework is comprised of ten competencies (half People-Focused, half Performance-Focused) and are defined by observable and measurable skills and behaviors that contribute to workplace effectiveness and career success. These competencies are used to evaluate performance, make hiring decisions, identify development needs, mobilize employees across our system, and establish a strong talent pipeline.
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