Patient Care Associate - Med/Surg - New York, NY - PCA26-01453
Job Description
Job Description
Job Title: Patient Care Associate – Med/Surg
Location: New York, NY
Duration: 14 Weeks
Shift: 3:00 PM – 11:30 PM
Pay Rate: Up to $28/hour
Position Overview:
Navitas Healthcare, LLC is seeking Patient Care Associate – Med/Surg for an exciting Travel or Local job in New York, NY.
Required Skills & Experience
- Minimum 2 years of Med/Surg experience
- Strong clinical and patient-care skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a healthcare team
Duties & Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care under RN supervision in a Med/Surg unit
- Measure and document vital signs, intake/output, height, and weight
- Perform phlebotomy procedures, including venipuncture and fingerstick testing
- Conduct EKG/ECG procedures and basic diagnostic tests
- Collect and prepare laboratory specimens
- Assist providers during examinations and procedures
- Prepare patients for exams and diagnostic testing
- Monitor patient conditions and report changes to nursing staff
- Maintain accurate patient documentation and charts
- Clean and disinfect exam rooms, equipment, and instruments
- Provide basic first aid and BLS when required
- Adhere to HIPAA, infection control, and patient safety policies
Education & Certifications
- High School Diploma or GED
- Phlebotomy training with hands-on practical experience (online-only programs not accepted)
- EKG/ECG training with hands-on practical experience (online-only programs not accepted)
- AHA Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Phlebotomy and EKG/ECG certification
For more details contact at hdavda@navitashealth.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1169.
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.