Patient Support Associate

RWJBarnabas Health; Eatontown (NJ); On-site; USD 24,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Sp

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits

Discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health maintains a patient-focused Environmental Services operation at MMC Specialty Care Center in New Jersey. This full-time Patient Support Associate position supports cleaning, inventory, and patient transport within operating rooms and related spaces during the evening shift (3:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.).

A high school diploma is preferred, and responsibilities include maintaining sterile environments, stocking supplies, and following safety procedures to protect patients and staff.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of inventory control techniques preferred.
• Housekeeping experience preferred.
• Comfortable with physically active work (lifting up to 50 pounds).

Responsibilities

• Clean operating rooms and sub-sterile areas.
• Maintain inventory of supplies and stock as required.
• Transport patients to and from departments.
• Ensure infection prevention and patient safety in daily operations.

Skills

Inventory control

Housekeeping

Attention to detail

Team player

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Patient Support Associate

Req #: 0000260728

Category: Housekeeping / Environmental Services

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Evening

Facility: Monmouth Medical Center

Department: Environmental Services

Pay Range: $17.30 - $19.25 per hour

Location: 100 Pearl Harbor Road, Tinton Falls, NJ 07724

Job Title: Patient Support Associate

Location: MMC Specialty Care Center

Department Name: Environmental Services

Req #: 0000260728

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $17.30 - $19.25 per hour

Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

As a Patient Support Associate, you will be responsible for multiple functions including cleaning and maintaining all Operating Rooms, sub-sterile areas, and other areas within the department. You will also be responsible for the inventory of supplies and transporting patients to and from the department. Your work is essential to infection prevention, patient safety, and the exceptional healthcare experience our communities expect.

As a Patient Support Associate, a typical day might include the following:

• Assisting in cleaning emergency spills observed or upon request
• Assisting with patient positioning under the direction of the RN
• Assisting with patient surgical preparation.
• Cleaning OR suites following procedures
• Transporting equipment from ancillary storage locations to the OR room
• Maintaining inventory levels on all housekeeping supplies; stocking supplies as required in locker rooms and restrooms
• Stocking OR attire to include hats, masks, shoe covers and warm up jackets prior to the start of day
• Transporting patients as needed
• Transporting specimens to Pathology as needed

This role might be for you if:

• You take pride in creating clean, organized, and safe spaces.
• You understand that behind-the-scenes work has a direct impact on patient outcomes.
• You are dependable, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently.
• You pay close attention to detail and consistently follow safety procedures.
• You enjoy being part of a team dedicated to serving others.

To be considered for this opportunity, knowledge of inventory control techniques, housekeeping experience and a high school diploma is preferred. Candidates should be comfortable performing physically active work, including lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds, while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.

This full-time day position is scheduled from 3:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and includes rotating weekends and holidays. Experience working within Joint Commission and Department of Health standards is a plus.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer