Patient Care Assistant | Gynecology/Surgery | MGH

$750 sign-on bonus for applicable new PCA hires (current MGB employees not eligible).

Schedule

• Days: 7am–3pm, 7am–7pm
• Nights: 7pm–7am, 11pm–7am
• Mandatory weekend shifts every month
• Rotating holiday schedule

About the role

Phillips 22 is a 19-bed adult unit specializing in Gynecology Oncology and General Surgery. The Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at Mass General consistently ranks among the best women’s health care providers in the country, offering innovative treatments from leading experts in obstetrics, gynecology, infertility, cancer, and urogynecology.

Ideal applicants seeking full-time (36–40 hours) employment will be strongly considered for an interview. Gap-year medical students with clinical experience are welcomed to apply to this permanent position.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient care–related duties and clinical functions as assigned, including but not limited to: taking and documenting point-of-care vital signs, EKGs, bathing and other sanitary needs, transferring and assisting with ambulation, 1:1 patient observation for safety, and phlebotomy.
• Assists RNs and physicians with exams and treatments as required.
• Completes all documentation (height, weight, intake/output, blood glucose results) in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
• Assists patients with food tray setup, eating, and feeding as needed.
• Ensures patient rooms are stocked, equipped, and cleaned appropriately.
• Retrieves, sets up, cleans, and reports malfunctioning equipment per organizational policy.
• Assists with admitting and discharging patients.
• Facilitates orientation of new PCA team members as directed.
• Interacts effectively with patients, visitors, and care team members.
• Communicates timely with nursing staff regarding patient care and condition.
• Fosters a positive, collaborative team environment that promotes teamwork and professional growth.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (preferred).
• Certified Medical Assistant (preferred).
• Emergency Medical Technician – Paramedic (Massachusetts) (preferred).
• Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA – New Hampshire) (preferred).
• 1–2 years of experience working in patient care or elder care (preferred).
• Ability to understand and follow written and oral instructions.
• Knowledge of medical terminology.
• Strong patient/customer service skills.
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds.
• Proficient computer skills to work efficiently with electronic medical records.

Benefits

• Weekly pay
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Shift differential 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” – discounts on tickets and passes for ski resorts, museums, sporting events, etc.
• Membership to MGB Fitness Center

Pay

$20.58 – $26.58/hour (Grade 3).

Additional details

• Work location: 267 Charles Street, Boston, MA
• Scheduled weekly hours: 40
• Employee type: Regular
• Work shift: Rotating
• Remote type: Onsite