Compassionate Patient Care Associate - Clinical Support

Mount Sinai Health System; United States; On-site; USD 39,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

The Mount Sinai Health System is seeking a Patient Care Associate to support the registered nurse and deliver patient-centered care within the Specialty Service. Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, collecting specimens, performing EKGs and vital signs, and maintaining a safe, clean environment.

You will participate in discharge/transition processes, document care activities, and collaborate with the healthcare team.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of medical assistant/patient care program with venipuncture and EKG skills.
• Strong interpersonal and teamwork abilities.
• Documentation of Medical Assistant/Patient Care training.
• 3–9 months of healthcare experience preferred.
• English communication skills sufficient for the role.
• AHA Heartsaver or BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN with patient care activities and daily living tasks.
• Collect specimens and perform nursing procedures as directed.
• Record vital signs and document intake/output.
• Maintain safe, clean clinical environment and equipment.
• Assist with ambulation, meals, and activities of daily living.
• Support accurate patient data entry and discharge/log updates.

Skills

Clinical skills

Patient care

Communication

Team collaboration

English proficiency

Attention to safety

Vital signs

Education

High School Diploma

Medical assistant program

BLS/ Heartsaver certification

Tools

Venipuncture

EKG

Medical records handling

Vital signs equipment

Job description

The Mount Sinai Health System is seeking a Patient Care Associate to support the registered nurse and deliver patient-centered care within the Specialty Service. Responsibilities include assisting with activities of daily living, collecting specimens, performing EKGs and vital signs, and maintaining a safe, clean environment.

You will participate in discharge/transition processes, document care activities, and collaborate with the healthcare team.