Clinical Assistant I, Emergency Department

Under direct supervision and following established procedures and instructions, provides basic direct care to patients as delegated by a Registered Nurse. Assists patients with feeding and hygiene, obtains, measures and records routine information such as temperature, pulse and blood pressure, and performs other related duties according to specific needs of unit. Transports patients. Manages supplies and equipment per unit as needed.Analytical skills to gather and interpret data in situations in which the information or problems are relatively routine. Ability to exchange information on factual matters, schedule appointments, greet visitors, explain hospital policies, and/or relay messages to appropriate personnel. This type of interaction requires courtesy and tact when dealing with patients, visitors and/or hospital employees. More sensitive situations may be referred to others as appropriateThe Clinical Assistant will be responsible for:Under regular supervision and following established procedures and instructions, providing basic direct care to patients as delegated by a Registered Nurse.Assisting patients with feeding and hygiene, obtaining, measuring and recording routine information such as temperature, pulse and blood pressure, and performing other related duties according to specific needs of unit.Obtaining records, files and/or results for appointments and entering related information on appropriate computer systems.Performing general office support tasks.Assisting clinicians during examinations (i.e. obtaining, measuring and recording routine information such as temperature and blood pressure, and performing other related duties according to specific needs of clinic).Transporting patients, supplies, and equipment as needed.Working 32 hours; rotating days/nights or evening/nights and every other weekend.To qualify, you must have:1 year CA experience, CNA certification, or Nursing Student with at least one clinical rotation.HS Diploma or equivalent.Good communication skills.The ability to work on a team.The ability to exchange information on factual matters.Availability to work a rotating day/night or evening/night schedule and every other weekendBoston Children's Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, child care and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.

Created: 2024-10-26