Patient Care Associate II, Orthopedic Part Time, Night

Valley Health System (New Jersey); Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 62,752,000 - 78,427,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental & Vision

Life Insurance

FSA

Commuter benefits

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Job summary

The Valley Hospital-Paramus is seeking a dedicated team member to assist the professional staff in direct and indirect patient care, performing EKGs, phlebotomy, and helping with materials management and maintenance as directed.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and either current certification (AAMA, NCCT, AMT, NHA, AMCA, NAHP, NCMA) as CNA, CMA, Patient Care Technician, NJ home health aide or EMT; or current enrollment in nursing; or completion of Valley’s 8‑week PCA Fundamentals

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Current certification from AAMA, NCCT, AMT, NHA, AMCA, NAHP or NCMA in CNA/CMA/PCT/EMT, or equivalent.
• Alternatively, enrolled nursing student or completion of Valley PCA Fundamentals with BLS within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Participate in direct and indirect patient care per policy.
• Perform EKGs and phlebotomy as directed by professional staff.
• Assist with materials management and maintenance.
• Respond to urgent requests and support the care team as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CNA

CMA

EMT

Job description

Position SummaryTo assist the professional staff by participating in direct and indirect patient care to include performing EKGs, phlebotomy, and materials management and maintenance as directed by the professional staff and in accordance with approved policies and procedures.EducationHigh 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, 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 Program offered by Valley and obtain your BLS certification through American Heart Association within 90 Days of employment.ExperienceNo previous experience required.SkillsQualifications 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.