Patient Care Associate: Clinical Support & Vital Signs

Mount Sinai Morningside; New York (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Mount Sinai Morningside seeks a Patient Care Associate to support the clinical care team in daily patient care activities. You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor vitals, and help with procedures under RN supervision.

Responsibilities include specimen collection, documenting data, and maintaining a safe environment. The role requires English proficiency, a healthcare certificate, and BLS/Heartsaver certification.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Certification in Medical Assistant or Patient Care Assistant preferred with venipuncture and EKG skills.
• Fluent English communication and good interpersonal skills required.
• Heartsaver or BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN with patient care activities and daily living tasks.
• Record and monitor vital signs; document intake/output as assigned.
• Perform specimen collection including blood glucose and basic procedures.
• Maintain safe, clean environment and assist with isolation protocols as needed.
• Assist with ambulation, mobility, and transport of patients as required.
• Greet visitors, answer calls, and maintain patient confidentiality.

Skills

Patient care

Vital signs

Venipuncture

EKG

ADL assistance

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Medical assistant certificate

Tools

Vocera system

Job description

Mount Sinai Morningside seeks a Patient Care Associate to support the clinical care team in daily patient care activities. You will assist with activities of daily living, monitor vitals, and help with procedures under RN supervision.

Responsibilities include specimen collection, documenting data, and maintaining a safe environment. The role requires English proficiency, a healthcare certificate, and BLS/Heartsaver certification.