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PACU Patient Care Associate

Massachusetts General Hospital
United States, Massachusetts, Boston
267 Charles Street (Show on map)
Jan 13, 2025
The Opportunity: Patient Care Associate - Post Anesthesia Care Unit Why This Role Is Important? Under the direction of a registered nurse (RN), the Patient Care Associate (PCA) assists the multi-disciplinary health care team in clinical support functions to promote a safe, compassionate patient care environment. The PACU is seeking full time PCA with day and evening rotation shifts. Every third weekend requirement. Qualifications - Required: Must have recent experience, and/or training, in clinical patient care! Preferred: Licensed, certified or enrolled student in a Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant, Mental Health Technician, or EMT accredited program, at the time of hire, OR Candidate enrolled in a Nursing, Pre-Med, PA undergraduate program, with at least one semester of patient care rotations completed, at time of hire. Skills PCA assists patients with daily living needs, supervising & reading vital signs, drawing blood, and acquiring EKGs. Responds to patient requests in a timely manner, safeguarding patient confidentiality, supervising patient safety, Patient transport to varies destinations, and always presenting in an encouraging manner. Schedule Day (7am-3pm / 7am-7pm), Evening (3pm-11pm), Night (7pm-7am, 11pm-7a) Rotational holiday and weekend schedule What do we have to offer? - Shift differential for evening, nights, and weekends. - Full comprehensive benefits packet, inclusive of travel discounts, MBTA subsidy and health savings. - Employee Perks, Weekly pay, and retirement package. Mass General Hospital is a world-renowned hospital that provides the highest quality care to patients. We are a leader in medical research and education, and we are committed to providing our employees with a rewarding and fulfilling career. Our culture is one of teamwork, innovation, and diversity. We believe that by working together, we can achieve phenomenal things. We are also committed to delivering our employees with a work-life balance that allows them to thrive both expertly and personally. If you are looking for an ambitious and exciting career in medicine, then Mass General Hospital is the place for you. We offer a variety of career opportunities, so you can find a position that fits your interests and skills. We also offer several benefits, so you can be sure that you are well-compensated for your hard work. The General Hospital Corporation 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.