The Opportunity: Patient Care Associate | Yawkey 8 - HEMOC Infusion Unit

At Massachusetts General Hospital, the Infusion Unit is dedicated to delivering exceptional care to patients with a wide range of oncological conditions in a safe, comfortable, and compassionate environment. Our highly skilled nursing staff, including on-site Nurse Practitioners, have extensive experience in administering cutting-edge infusion therapies for a wide range of complex conditions. Our team collaborates closely with referring providers from clinical specialties across Mass General. Yawkey Infusion patients receive consistent care throughout their treatment visits. All appointments are characterized by a commitment to the highest standards of quality, safety, and training

Yawkey 8 Infusion Unit is a sixty-bed/chair infusion unit in the Division of Hematology-Oncology. There are eighteen beds and forty-two chairs.

The hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 7 AM to 8 PM and Saturday from 8 AM to 6 PM.

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Why This Role Is Important?

The Patient Care Associate (PCA) will assist the RNs in the Infusion Unit with a variety of functions including phlebotomy and EKGs, transporting patients, checking rooms and equipment, assisting patients with dressing and feeding, and some clerical functions. Our Patient Care Associate team prides themselves in responding to patient requests in a timely manner, safeguarding patient confidentiality, monitoring patient safety, and always communicating in a respectful manner.

About Us

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 collaboration, innovation, and diversity. We believe that by working together, we can achieve great things. We are also committed to providing our employees with a work-life balance that allows them to thrive both professionally and personally. To include: Earned Time, Fitness Center, Resources for Child Care and Emergency Back-up Child Care.

If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding 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.

• To be eligible for a transfer/promotion/demotion, the employee will have completed six (6) months of service in his/her present position. Employees, who would like to transfer to another position or department, prior to completing six (6) months of service, may do so with the approval of the department head.

Qualifications

Skills

• Effective customer service orientation and the ability to interact with diverse groups of patients, staff and providers.
• Demonstrated ability to solve basic patient and practice problems using a combination of strong interpersonal and communication skills, attention to detail and superior organizational skills.
• Ability to lift and transport patients, using the appropriate physical technique, in a safe manner for the patient and self.

• Preferred: Must have recent experience, and/or training, in clinical patient care.

• Required: 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 program with at least one semester of patient care rotations completed at time of hire, Pre-Med or PA undergraduate program.

Massachusetts General Hospital is an Affirmative Action 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.

EEO Statement

Massachusetts General Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. Applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities are strongly encouraged.