What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Associate position at Spaulding Nursing & Therapy Centers?
We're offering a $750 sign-on bonus 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.
Join Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital in Charlestown, 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, education programs, and pathways into nursing and other clinical careers.
If you're passionate about patient care and want to be part of an organization recognized for transforming lives through rehabilitation, we encourage you to apply.
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
-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. This may include bathing and dressing patients, helping them use the toilet if needed, and feeding them.
-Assist 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 report those concerns to the nurses.
Education High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
Licenses and Credentials Nursing Assistant [Certified Patient Care Technician] - National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) required
Experience Experience with patient care or medical assisting in a hospital or healthcare setting. 1-2 years preferred.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Strong ability to provide empathetic, patient-centered care with respect for patients' dignity and privacy. - Ability to accurately monitor and document patient information and report any changes or concerns promptly. - Excellent interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with patients, families, and the healthcare team. - Capability to perform physically demanding tasks, including lifting, moving patients, and standing for extended periods. - Collaborative mindset to work efficiently with nursing staff and other healthcare professionals. - Ability to respond to patient needs and concerns with resourcefulness and initiative.
Spaulding Nursing and Therapy Center Brighton, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity 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. 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. SRN is committed to diversity in the workplace which begins with respect and opportunity for all. PHH takes affirmative action to ensure that equal employment opportunity is provided to all persons regardless of race, religious creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, age, ancestry, veteran status, disability or any other basis that would be inconsistent with any applicable ordinance or law.
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