Job Description

PCA FT Days at Metrowest Medical Center summary:

The PCA (Personal Care Assistant) provides essential support to nursing staff by assisting patients with daily personal care activities such as hygiene, vital signs, and meal assistance. This role requires adherence to established healthcare procedures and works under direct supervision, typically reporting to a registered nurse. The position demands certification such as CNA or PCA and contributes to patient comfort and well-being within a large regional healthcare system.

Up to $5,000 Sign-on Bonus Based on Eligibility

MetroWest Medical Center is the largest community health care system between Worcester and Boston. MetroWest Medical Center is committed to providing high quality, comprehensive care, at a location close to home. The 307-bed regional healthcare system includes Framingham Union Hospital, Leonard Morse Hospital in Natick and the MetroWest Wellness Center. MetroWest Medical Center has been named to the 2019 America’s 100 Best Hospitals List by Healthgrades.

Onboarding Process : Please be advised that candidates must successfully complete a background check and pre-employment health screening which includes a drug screen.

Position Summary: Assists nursing service personnel with a variety of patient care activities and related services necessary in caring for the personal needs and comfort of patients. Assists with personal hygiene, takes vital signs, and changes bed linens. May serve and collect food trays, provide for between-meal nourishment, and clean, sterilize, store, and prepare other supplies. Has knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job. Works under immediate supervision. Typically reports to a registered nurse or supervisor.

Qualifications :
Education
Required: High school diploma or GED.

Certifications
Required: CPR; CNA license, home health certification, or PCA certification

Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.

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Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Keywords:

Personal Care Assistant, Patient Care, Vital Signs, CNA Certification, Home Health Care, Hospital Support, Nursing Assistance, Patient Hygiene, Healthcare, MetroWest Medical Center

Job Tags

Full time, Immediate start, Relocation package,

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