Patient Care Associate I (PCA I) - Surgical Unit
About The Position
Glens Falls Hospital is hiring a Patient Care Associate I for its Inpatient Surgical Unit. The role is suitable for students, healthcare workers, and entry-level candidates with a background or interest in healthcare, and provides an opportunity to develop healthcare skills and gain clinical experience while working directly with patients. The PCA cares for adult and pediatric patients recovering from a wide range of surgical procedures, including orthopedic, urological, thoracic, vascular, gynecological, ENT, and general surgery. Working alongside RNs and an interdisciplinary team, the associate provides compassionate, patient-centered support throughout patients’ recovery and transition home.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED equivalent.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Passion for caring for and supporting others.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; it can be earned after hire.
Nice To Haves
- Patient care experience is preferred but not required.
- Knowledge of medical terminology is a helpful plus.
Responsibilities
- Perform first-level patient care, including promoting hygiene and mobility.
- Measure and record patients’ vital signs, such as temperature and blood pressure.
- Respond to patient and family needs and requests.
- Assist and support physicians or nurses during routine procedures and treatments as needed.
- Report observations and changes in patient condition to the responsible RN for timely evaluation and response.
- Prepare hospital rooms.
- Change bed sheets and pillows, and turn or reposition patients in bed.
- Deliver meals and assist patients with feeding.
- Help patients dress and assist with toileting needs.
- Bathe patients.
- Listen to patients’ concerns, record them, and report them to a nurse.
- Serve as a patient companion when needed.
Benefits
- Competitive base rate of $18.75 to $28.13 per hour, based on experience.
- Shift differentials may provide additional pay.
- Structured pathways for professional advancement.
- Tuition reimbursement for continued education and training.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
