Med/Surg Patient Care Associate — Night Shift

Mount Sinai; New York (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Sinai Health System is seeking a Patient Care Associate to join the clinical care team in the MSH GP9E Med/Surg unit, FT Nights, EOW. You will support nurses with direct patient care, monitor vital signs, assist with procedures, and ensure a safe, clean environment to promote patient-focused care.

Strong communication and basic clinical skills are required. The role emphasizes bedside assistance, daily living activities, and collaboration with the care team to improve patient outcomes in a

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of a medical assistant/patient care program with venipuncture and EKG skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills for team-based care.
• Documentation of MA/PCA training and eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN with patient care activities and activities of daily living.
• Record vital signs and document intake/output.
• Support patient safety, comfort, and mobility throughout shifts.
• Prepare procedures and assist during clinical tasks as needed.
• Deliver meals, assist with dining, and support dietary orders.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and functional patient environment.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare staff.
• Handle supplies and equipment, and report issues to management.

Skills

Clinical skills

Vital signs

Venipuncture

EKG

Patient care

Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Medical Assistant/Patient Care Assistant program

Tools

Vocera system

Job description

Mount Sinai Health System is seeking a Patient Care Associate to join the clinical care team in the MSH GP9E Med/Surg unit, FT Nights, EOW. You will support nurses with direct patient care, monitor vital signs, assist with procedures, and ensure a safe, clean environment to promote patient-focused care.

Strong communication and basic clinical skills are required. The role emphasizes bedside assistance, daily living activities, and collaboration with the care team to improve patient outcomes in a