Compassionate Patient Care Associate — Clinical Support

NYC Health + Hospitals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center in New York City is seeking staff for clerical and health-related duties supporting patient care. Under supervision, you will handle specimen collection, basic lab screening, vital signs, and patient preparation for examinations.

The role involves teamwork, maintaining charts, and coordinating appointments across departments with EMR input. Requires phlebotomy and EKG training, plus BLS certification; NYS Nurse’s Aide certification may be preferred for

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of phlebotomy and EKG training or related programs.
• Current BLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Checks vital signs, weighs and measures patients, collects specimens and records findings.
• Prepares specimens for lab testing and performs basic screening tests.
• Obtains blood specimens by venipuncture or fingerstick; operates ECG equipment.
• Prepares examination room and instruments; assists providers during examinations.
• Interviews patients to obtain health history and important information.
• Maintains patient charts and relevant documentation; answers inquiries.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EKG

Patient care

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Phlebotomy & EKG training programs

BLS certification (AHA)

Job description

Woodhull Medical and Mental Health Center in New York City is seeking staff for clerical and health-related duties supporting patient care. Under supervision, you will handle specimen collection, basic lab screening, vital signs, and patient preparation for examinations.

The role involves teamwork, maintaining charts, and coordinating appointments across departments with EMR input. Requires phlebotomy and EKG training, plus BLS certification; NYS Nurse’s Aide certification may be preferred for