Patient Care Associate: Phlebotomy, EKG & Vitals

NYC Health + Hospitals; New York (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

NYC Health + Hospitals Harlem Hospital Center seeks a dedicated patient care support professional. Under supervision, you will perform clerical and health-related duties, including phlebotomy, EKG, specimen processing, venipuncture, and basic first aid.

You will assist with examinations, maintain patient charts, and guide patients through departments. You will ensure proper preparation for tests, manage EMR data entry, and provide health information to patients and families in a compassionate,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; and
• completion of phlebotomy and EKG training, or equivalent program; and
• valid Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Check vital signs and record findings on patient charts.
• Instruct patients on specimen collection and perform basic screening tests.
• Prepare specimens for transport and label forms accordingly.
• Perform venipuncture/fingerstick blood collection and basic urine testing.
• Administer basic first aid and assist during examinations.
• Prepare examination rooms and maintain instruments and supplies.
• Interview patients to collect health history and ensure proper documentation.
• Maintain patient charts, handle inquiries, and provide health information.
• Coordinate appointments and enter data into EMR systems.
• Direct patients to departments as needed and assist with care delivery.

Skills

Phlebotomy

EKG

Vital signs

Medical assisting

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Job description

NYC Health + Hospitals Harlem Hospital Center seeks a dedicated patient care support professional. Under supervision, you will perform clerical and health-related duties, including phlebotomy, EKG, specimen processing, venipuncture, and basic first aid.

You will assist with examinations, maintain patient charts, and guide patients through departments. You will ensure proper preparation for tests, manage EMR data entry, and provide health information to patients and families in a compassionate,