Job Description
Pride Health is hiring a Patient Care Associate to support our client’s medical facility based in East Elmhurst, NJ – 11370 - 1381. This is a 3-month assignment with the possibility of a contract-to-hire opportunity and a great way to start working with a top-tier healthcare organization!
Job Title: Patient Care Associate
Location: East Elmhurst, NY – 11370-1381.
Pay Range: $23.00/hr to $28.00/hr
Shift: 5 SHIFTS EACH WEEK 8A-4P; EVERY OTHER WEEKEND IS REQURED
Duration: 03 Months (Contract) with possible extension
Key Responsibilities:
1.Vital Signs & Initial Assessment
- Checks and records vital signs.
- Weighs and measures patients.
- Conducts patient interviews to obtain routine personal and medical history.
2.Specimen Collection & Testing
- Instructs patients on proper specimen collection procedures.
- Collects and prepares specimens for laboratory testing, including dipstick and hemoccult screening.
- Performs venipuncture and fingerstick to obtain blood samples.
- Performs simple urinalysis, vision, and hearing tests.
3.Emergency & Basic Care
- Administers emergency first aid and basic life support (BLS).
- Provides basic wound care: dressing changes, bandaging, and wound irrigation.
4.Assisting with Medical Procedures
- Prepares patients and examination rooms for provider assessment.
- Assists healthcare providers during examinations.
- Cleans and sterilizes instruments and equipment.
5.Diagnostic Equipment Operation
- Operates electrocardiograph (EKG/ECG) equipment.
Administrative Responsibilities
1.Patient Communication & Education
- Informs and educates patients on preparation for medical tests and procedures.
- Answers routine patient inquiries and makes referrals as needed.
- Educates patients and families on health care services and safe living practices.
2.Recordkeeping
- Maintains and processes patient charts and documentation.
- Prepares laboratory requisitions and handles pick-up of lab results.
3.Scheduling & Coordination
- Coordinates appointments using manual and/or automated systems.
- Escorts patients to other departments or facilities.
4.Inventory & Team Support
- Maintains medical supply inventory and equipment.
- Participates in team-based care delivery and helps train new staff.
Requirements:
High School diploma or equivalent (GED)
2 years of Med/Surg experience required
AHA BLS
Completion of a NYS Department of Health prescribed training program for Phlebotomy, satisfactory to the Laboratory Director
Completion of a health care setting-based training program in the performance of electrocardiographs
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance, and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, , legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.