Patient Care Associate II, Emergency Dept, Per Diem, Night

Valley Health System (New Jersey); Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription discounts

Dental & Vision discount programs

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Valley Health System in Paramus, NJ seeks a capable patient-care assistant to perform EKGs, phlebotomy, vital signs, and wound care while supporting physicians and nurses. The role includes materials handling and applying orthopedic splints as needed.

Required is a high school diploma or equivalent with current certification from an approved credentialing organization or active enrollment in nursing-related training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Credentialing org certification (AAMA/NCCT/AMT/NHA/AMCA/NAHP/NCMA) preferred.
• Previous hospital-based patient care experience is favored.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support to physicians and nurses.
• Assist with direct and indirect patient care (EKG, phlebotomy, vitals).
• Apply splints, dressings, and assist with crutch fitting as directed.
• Operate emergency room equipment and manage basic computer tasks.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EKG

Basic emergency care

Patient care activities

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Professional certification from accepted credentialing org (AAMA, NCCT, AMT, NHA, AMCA, NAHP, NCMA)

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:Provides technical support to physicians and nurses. Assists professional staff by participating in direct and indirect patient care to include performing EKGs, finger stick glucose, phlebotomy, wound care, obtaining and recording vital signs, and performing materials management and maintenance as directed by the professional staff and in accordance with approved policies and procedures. Applies a variety of orthopedic splints, applies post suture and superficial abrasion dressings, and assists patients with correct crutch fitting.EDUCATION:High school diploma or equivalent required. Must meet one of the following requirements: (1) Recent experience in a comparable role in a hospital setting or (2) have a valid current and active certification from a credentialing organization approved by Valley Health System, including American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), National Center for Competency testing (NCCT) or registration from the American Medical Technologists (AMT), National Healthcare Association (NHA), American Medical Certification Association (AMCA), National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP), or National Certification Medical Association (NCMA) in one of the following: Certified Nursing Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, NJ State Certified Home Health Aide or EMT; or (3) Current and enrolled nursing student who has completed and passed “Fundamentals of Nursing” course or (4) In lieu of experience, successfully complete 8-week PCA Fundamentals ProgramEXPERIENCE:Previous experience in performing phlebotomy/EKG and basic emergency care, operating emergency room equipment, operating a computer utilizing a variety of software applications strongly preferred. Demonstrated knowledge of basic anatomy and physiology, meSPECIAL SKILLS:Qualifications may vary depending on assigned area. Must be able to perform work accurately with attention to detail within specified time periods, handle frequent interruptions, and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule. Ability to work cooperatively with members of the healthcare delivery team, staff, and co-workers. Ability to set priorities, solve problems, and respond quickly to emergency requests. Ability to communicate effectively (orally and in writing) and assist in meeting the patient care needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.Job LocationThe Valley Hospital-ParamusShiftNight (United States of America)BenefitsMedical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees)Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit PlansSupplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended IllnessRetirement PlanTuition AssistanceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership DiscountDay Care Discounts for Various Daycare FacilitiesSalaryJoining Valley Health System means becoming part of a dedicated team that values the highest quality of care in a supportive environment. In our commitment to high performance and reliability, we encourage and recognize exceptional individual performance through our industry leading compensation practices including a starting salary and benefits in accordance with your role, experience, education, and licensure. Actual individual salaries vary depending on these factors. The salary listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.Pay Range: $21.90 - $27.37 (per hour)EEO StatementValley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.