Patient Care Associate: EKG, Phlebotomy & Vital Signs

Memorial Hospital West; West Hollywood (FL); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hospital West in Hollywood, FL seeks a patient care assistant to support nursing staff under an RN's supervision. You will perform basic patient care tasks, monitor vitals and assist with activities of daily living while keeping rooms clean and stocked.

Responsibilities include EKG testing, phlebotomy, glucose checks, transporting patients, and reporting changes promptly. This role requires BLS certifications and a willingness to train further as needed.

Qualifications

• No degree required; on-the-job training accepted.
• BLS certifications required within hire timeframe.
• EKG and phlebotomy competencies within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care activities under RN supervision, including vitals, EKG, phlebotomy, glucose, intake/output.
• Keeps patient rooms stocked, clean and orderly.
• Assists with personal care and activities of daily living.
• Transports patients as needed.
• Monitors patient status and reports changes to nursing staff.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Vital signs

EKG testing

Phlebotomy

Blood glucose

ADLs support

Patient transport

Observation/reporting

Education

No degree required (Required)

BLS American Heart E-Card

BLS American Heart RQI E-Card

BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard

BLS Certification Grace

BLS Cert Red Cross

Job description

Memorial Hospital West in Hollywood, FL seeks a patient care assistant to support nursing staff under an RN's supervision. You will perform basic patient care tasks, monitor vitals and assist with activities of daily living while keeping rooms clean and stocked.

Responsibilities include EKG testing, phlebotomy, glucose checks, transporting patients, and reporting changes promptly. This role requires BLS certifications and a willingness to train further as needed.