Pediatric Patient Care Support Specialist

Hospital for Special Care; United States; On-site; USD 48,584,000 - 70,088,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) retirement plan with employer 6

Paid time off

Medical and dental insurance

Job summary

Hospital for Special Care is seeking a Part-time Patient Support Associate for the Pediatric Unit. The role focuses on patient supervision, safe transport in preparation for treatment, and maintaining a clean environment. You may also perform clerical duties in the staffing office as assigned.

The position requires independence, clear English communication, and the ability to read and follow directions. Prior experience with special needs populations and CPI/Safety Care is preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assists in lifting, transporting, turning, guarding and overall patient handling utilizing proper body mechanics and safety awareness.
• Provides observation and direct assistance with patient activities as assigned under direction of licensed nurse.
• Demonstrates competency in utilizing patient related equipment as directed.
• Observes and reports changes in patient condition to appropriate team members.
• Provide set up and or feed assistance during mealtimes.
• Assists with maintaining the orderliness and cleanliness of unit areas.
• Documents assigned tasks accurately and in a timely manner using appropriate formats.
• Orders patient equipment/supplies as directed.
• Obtains, organizes and cleans equipment and supplies as directed.
• Monitors available stock and maintains neat, orderly storage of equipment/supplies on the unit as assigned.
• Provides set-up and clean-up of treatment areas (i.e. pillows, linens, mats, treatment tables, etc.).
• Performs miscellaneous clerical and staffing office duties as needed.
• Prioritizes tasks in order to complete assignments seeking supervisory guidance as needed.

Skills

Independent work

Reading & writing English

Clear communication

Special needs experience

Basic computer knowledge

CPI or Safety Care

Job description

Hospital for Special Care is seeking a Part-time Patient Support Associate for the Pediatric Unit. The role focuses on patient supervision, safe transport in preparation for treatment, and maintaining a clean environment. You may also perform clerical duties in the staffing office as assigned.

The position requires independence, clear English communication, and the ability to read and follow directions. Prior experience with special needs populations and CPI/Safety Care is preferred.