Patient Support Specialist — Care, Growth & Benefits

Hospital for Special Care; United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Employer‑subsidized dental and vision

403(b) retirement plan with employer 6

Paid time off

Employer‑paid life insurance

Short‑ and long‑term disability

Health Savings Account with employers’

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Pet insurance (voluntary)

Onsite fitness and aquatics center

Employee referral bonus program

Employee recognition programs

Job summary

Hospital for Special Care is seeking a Patient Support Associate to provide safe, non-skilled therapeutic interventions and supervise patients to ensure safety. You will assist with transport, equipment prep for treatments, and maintain a clean environment within the staffing office.

The role emphasizes independent work, clear communication, and collaboration with licensed nurses. Schedule includes second shift with 32 hours weekly at the hospital.

Qualifications

• Ability to work independently.
• Ability to read, write and understand directions in English.
• Ability to communicate clearly and effectively.
• One year work experience with special needs population.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• CPI or Safety Care.

Responsibilities

• Assists in lifting, transporting, turning, guarding and overall patient handling using proper body mechanics.
• Provides observation and direct assistance with patient activities under licensed nurse direction.
• Demonstrates competency with patient-related equipment as directed.
• Observes and reports changes in patient condition to team members.
• Provides setup and/or feed assistance during mealtimes.
• Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of unit areas.
• Documents tasks accurately and on time.
• Orders patient equipment/supplies as directed.
• Obtains, organizes and cleans equipment and supplies.
• Monitors stock and keeps equipment storage neat and organized.
• Sets up and cleans treatment areas as needed.
• Performs miscellaneous clerical and staffing office duties.

Skills

Independent work

English literacy

Clear communication

Patient supervision

Basic computer knowledge

Education

CPI certification

Safety Care certification

Job description

Hospital for Special Care is seeking a Patient Support Associate to provide safe, non-skilled therapeutic interventions and supervise patients to ensure safety. You will assist with transport, equipment prep for treatments, and maintain a clean environment within the staffing office.

The role emphasizes independent work, clear communication, and collaboration with licensed nurses. Schedule includes second shift with 32 hours weekly at the hospital.