Pediatric Care Associate - Patient-Centered Team Player

Yale New Haven Health; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale NewHaven Health is seeking a patient‑centered Associate Care Assistant (UAP) to join an interdisciplinary team under the direction of a Registered Nurse. You will support direct and indirect patient care, prepare exam rooms, obtain vitals, and assist with procedures, ensuring safety and dignity for each patient.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and 12–18 months of related outpatient care experience; strong communication skills and teamwork are essential to deliver

Qualifications

• Demonstrated communication with patients, families and staff.
• Team collaboration and professional interaction in care teams.
• Flexibility to adjust priorities in a clinical setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centered care under RN supervision.
• Assist with patient rooming, vitals, and specimen collection.
• Support clinicians with procedures and documentation.
• Maintain clean, safe environment and EPIC charting.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Medical assisting program or related training

Outpatient care experience

Job description

Yale NewHaven Health is seeking a patient‑centered Associate Care Assistant (UAP) to join an interdisciplinary team under the direction of a Registered Nurse. You will support direct and indirect patient care, prepare exam rooms, obtain vitals, and assist with procedures, ensuring safety and dignity for each patient.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED and 12–18 months of related outpatient care experience; strong communication skills and teamwork are essential to deliver