Mass General Brigham
Patient Care Assistant | Orthopedics/Medical unit | MGH
55 Fruit Street, Boston, MA
Part-time · $20.58–$26.58/hr (as posted)
First seen by offpeak October 22, 2026
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Job Summary
Schedule• Nights: 11 PM – 7:00 AM
• (3x) Shifts per week
• Mandatory every other weekend
• Rotating holiday schedule
White 6 is seeking a Patient Care Assistant I (PCA), with Day and Night availability, and to provide rotating weekend and holiday coverage.
White 6 is a 30-bed unit with the clinical specialty being orthopaedics and Oral Maxillofacial/Medical. The population of patients includes elective total joint replacement, trauma, and orthopedic oncology. Fast paced, exciting environment. Fast paced, exciting environment.
Preferably applicants that can work autonomously on nights after training and can provide Day Shift (7am-3pm) training up to 40 hours after start.
What We Offer
• Weekly pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Shift differentials for evenings, nights, and weekends
• Generous paid time off
• Subsidized MBTA pass (50% discount)
• Resources for childcare and emergency backup care
• Hospital-paid retirement plan and tax-sheltered annuity plan
• Employee perks, including discounts on tickets, passes, and more
• Membership to the MGB Fitness Center
Summary
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
Essential Functions
-Performs patient care-related duties and clinical functions as assigned, including, but not limited to, performing and documenting point of care, vital signs, EKGs, bathing and other sanitary needs of patients, transferring and assisting with ambulation of patients, 1:1 patient observation for safety purposes, and phlebotomy. Assist RNs and physicians with other exams and treatments as required.
-Completes all documentation such as height, weight, intake of fluids and food, output of urine/stool/vomit/other drainage, and blood glucose results in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
-Assists patients with food tray setup, eating, and feeding, as needed.
-Ensures that patient rooms are stocked, equipped, and cleaned appropriately, as needs indicate and as patient volumes change.
-Retrieves equipment from other areas, sets up equipment, cleans equipment between patient use, and reports malfunctioning equipment per organizational policy.
-Assists with admitting and discharging patients.
-Facilitates orientation of new PCA team members as directed.
-Interacts with patients, visitors, and other care team members effectively
-Communicates with nursing staff effectively and in a timely manner regarding issues related to patient care and condition.
-Fosters a positive, collaborative team environment that promotes teamwork and professional growth.
Qualifications
Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
Licenses and Certifications
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification preferred
- Certified Medical Assistant (National Certification) preferred
- Emergency Medical Technician – Basic (Massachusetts) preferred
- Nursing Assistant (LNA – Massachusetts) preferred
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Strong patient/customer service skills
- Ability to lift to 35 pounds
- Proficient computer skills and ability to navigate electronic medical records efficiently.
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
Remote Type
Onsite
Work Location
55 Fruit Street
Scheduled Weekly Hours
24
Employee Type
Regular
Work Shift
Night (United States of America)
Pay Range
$20.58 - $26.58/Hourly
Grade
3
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