Night Shift Patient Care Associate — Telemetry

Mount Sinai Medical Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 78,523,000 - 86,789,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Sinai Health System in New York seeks a Patient Care Associate to support nursing staff in a busy telemetry unit. Responsibilities include assisting patients with daily living, collecting specimens, taking vital signs, and maintaining a safe environment.

This role requires a MA/PCA certificate and BLS/Heartsaver certification, with night shifts and rotating weekends. Ideal candidates have High School diploma and healthcare exposure, are fluent in English, and can collaborate effectively

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Certificate of Medical Assistant/Patient Care Assistant with venipuncture and EKG skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
• Experience documenting medical information and training in MA/PCA.
• Healthcare experience preferred (3–9 months).

Responsibilities

• Assist RN with patient care activities and daily living.
• Take vital signs and document data accurately.
• Transport specimens and assist with procedures when needed.
• Maintain a safe, clean environment and support discharge procedures.
• Support patient transportation, meal service, and comfort needs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Documentation

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma (graduate or equivalent)

Medical Assistant/Patient Care Assistant program certificate

Tools

Venipuncture

EKG

Job description

Mount Sinai Health System in New York seeks a Patient Care Associate to support nursing staff in a busy telemetry unit. Responsibilities include assisting patients with daily living, collecting specimens, taking vital signs, and maintaining a safe environment.

This role requires a MA/PCA certificate and BLS/Heartsaver certification, with night shifts and rotating weekends. Ideal candidates have High School diploma and healthcare exposure, are fluent in English, and can collaborate effectively