Night-Shift Patient Care Associate — Jail Health

Physician Affiliate Group of New York; Astoria (OR); On-site; USD 28,844 - 41,082; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employee contributions

Healthcare benefits

Dependent care FSAs

Commuter pre-tax contributions

Job summary

Physician Affiliate Group of New York is hiring a Patient Care Associate to provide essential patient care in a correctional health environment. Responsibilities include administering care, supporting activities of daily living, and maintaining clinical equipment. This is a full-time union position offering competitive pay and benefits.

Qualified candidates require a high school diploma and certifications in ECG and phlebotomy. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential for this role, which operates on a varied schedule including nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• ECG, BCLS, and phlebotomy certificates needed.
• Computer competency necessary.
• Experience in infection control preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer total patient care and document vital signs.
• Assist patients with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Clean and calibrate clinical equipment.
• Conduct HIV pre- and post-test counseling.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Team cooperation

Clinical documentation

Education

High school diploma or GED

ECG certification

Phlebotomy certification

HIV counseling training/certification

Job description

Physician Affiliate Group of New York is hiring a Patient Care Associate to provide essential patient care in a correctional health environment. Responsibilities include administering care, supporting activities of daily living, and maintaining clinical equipment. This is a full-time union position offering competitive pay and benefits.

Qualified candidates require a high school diploma and certifications in ECG and phlebotomy. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential for this role, which operates on a varied schedule including nights and weekends.