Technician Patient Care Support - HAH -Full time Days

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital

8d•$34 - $39•Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician supports patients in urgent need by providing direct patient care and assisting the nursing team. The role includes measuring and recording vital signs, reporting abnormal findings, helping patients feel at ease, preparing patients for meals and assisting as needed, and providing intermittent routine environmental care such as changing linens, cleaning surfaces, and tidying rooms. The technician collaborates with nurses to put patients first. This is a full-time, on-site position with a Day Flex schedule: 8:00 a.m. to 8:30 p.m., three shifts per week. Weekend and holiday work is required. Employees must live within a commutable distance to NewYork-Presbyterian; travel expenses are not reimbursed. The salary range is $33.80–$38.65 per hour.

Requirements

Experience as a Nurse's Aide or in an equivalent role.
High school diploma.
Completion of an approved phlebotomy program.
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification.
Energetic and approachable, with a desire to put patients first.
Must live within a commutable distance to NewYork-Presbyterian; travel expenses are not reimbursed.

Responsibilities

Accurately measure and record patient vital signs, including body temperature, pulse, respiration, and blood pressure.
Report abnormal vital-sign findings.
Help patients feel at ease and support the nursing team by observing and communicating patient needs.
Prepare patients for meals and assist as necessary.
Provide intermittent routine environmental care, including linen changes, surface cleaning, and room tidying.
Collaborate with nurses to provide patient care.