Mass General Brigham·East Sandwich, Massachusetts
This role involves assisting patients with daily living tasks such as bathing, dressing, and eating, while also monitoring and recording vital signs, weights, and intakes/outputs under the direction of licensed personnel. The associate must effectively interact with patients and families, assist with mobility, and promptly report any patient health concerns to the nursing staff.
Site: Rehabilitation Hospital of the Cape and Islands Corporation
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.
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.
Qualifications: Education High School Diploma or Equivalent preferred
Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No
Licenses and Credentials Basic Life Support [BLS Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers required
Certified Medical Assistant [National Certification] - Data Conversion - Various Issuers preferred
Emergency Medical Technician - Paramedic [Massachusetts] - Massachusetts Office of Emergency Medical Services preferred
Nursing Assistant - Massachusetts Board of Nursing preferred
Experience Experience working in patient care/elder care 1-2 years preferred
Additional Job Details (if applicable)
$750 Sign-On Bonus Full-time, 40-hour schedule
Work Location: 311 Service Road
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Work Shift: Evening (United States of America)
$21.98 - $26.58/Hourly
Grade: 3
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A High School Diploma or Equivalent is preferred, but experience cannot be accepted in lieu of a degree. Required credentials include Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, and preferred credentials include Certified Medical Assistant, EMT-Paramedic, or Nursing Assistant certifications. Candidates should possess 1-2 years of preferred experience in patient or elder care, along with the ability to follow instructions and lift up to 35 pounds.
Market context
In Massachusetts, evening Patient Care Associate roles are often competitive because hospitals and rehab settings need dependable support for direct patient care, mobility assistance, and routine clinical tasks. This posting favors candidates with a high school diploma or equivalent plus BLS, and preferred credentials such as CMA, EMT-Paramedic, or Nursing Assistant can strengthen an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status before applying.