Unit Aide

NewYork-Presbyterian; New York (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is seeking a Unit Aide to support the Equipment Center in a full-time day shift in New York, NY. You will help keep equipment, carts, and supplies clean, stocked, and ready for patient care, while following infection prevention and safety protocols.

The role emphasizes teamwork with clinical staff and Biomedical Engineering, documentation of cleaning and tracking, and on-site work with a strong commitment to patient safety and high quality service.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic computer knowledge and data-entry skills required.
• Ability to read, write, and follow simple written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain work areas in a safe, clean, and organized condition.
• Follow infection prevention and hospital safety protocols, including PPE use.
• Respond to inquiries and service requests from patient care areas in a prompt, professional manner.
• Collaborate with Equipment Center leadership, staff, clinical teams, and support services.
• Transport equipment, carts, and supplies safely around the hospital.
• Disinfect and return equipment per infection prevention guidelines and document activities.
• Identify malfunctioning equipment and coordinate repairs with Biomedical Engineering.
• Receive, stock, and replenish supplies to maintain par levels.

Skills

Basic computer knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Unit Aide page is loaded## Unit Aidelocations: NYP/Weill Cornell Medical Centertime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdaytime left to apply: End Date: October 5, 2026 (1 day left to apply)job requisition id: 00888903## LocationNew York, New York#### Shift:Day (United States of America)#### Description:**Unit Aide - Equipment Center - Full-Time - Days**At NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, we are committed to delivering excellence while supporting patient care and safety. Every team member plays an important role in maintaining a clean, secure, and welcoming environment that promotes healing, teamwork, respect, and trust. Mandatory job-specific training will be provided to support new team members in developing the knowledge and skills needed for the role.**Position Summary**The Unit Aide supports clinical operations by maintaining a sanitary, organized, safe, and efficient environment. This role contributes directly to patient safety and team productivity by ensuring equipment, supplies, and utility items are clean, functional, properly stocked, and ready for use.**Key Responsibilities*** Maintain work areas in a safe, clean, and organized condition while following infection prevention and hospital safety protocols, including proper use of PPE.* Uphold patient privacy, confidentiality, and ethical care standards.* Respond promptly and professionally to inquiries and service requests from patient care areas.* Work collaboratively with Equipment Center leadership, team members, clinical staff, and support services.* Transport equipment, carts, and supplies throughout the hospital using established safe handling practices.* Clean, disinfect, and return equipment to designated locations according to infection prevention guidelines.* Accurately document equipment tracking and cleaning activities.* Identify malfunctioning equipment, remove it from service, and coordinate repairs with Biomedical Engineering.* Receive, stock, and replenish supplies to maintain par levels.* Assist with equipment retrieval, dispatching, code cart management, and other Equipment Center operations as assigned.**Required Criteria*** High School Diploma or GED.* Basic computer knowledge and data-entry skills.* Ability to read, write, and follow simple written and verbal instructions.* Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.* Courteous and professional customer service and communication skills.* Reliable, safety-focused work habits and a commitment to quality, cleanliness, and patient safety.* Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.* Willingness and ability to stand, walk, bend, push, pull, and transport equipment for extended periods as required by the role.**Shift**This position is from 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM, including every other weekend and holidays.Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_\\_* 2026 Best Companies in Healthcare, Biotech & Pharma - Glassdoor* 2026 Best Place to Work - Glassdoor* 2026 America's Best Large Employers - Forbes* 2026 America's Best-In-State Employers - Forbes* 2026 America's Dream Employers - Forbes* 2026 America's Greatest Workplaces for Culture, Belonging & Community - Newsweek* 2026 Best Places to Work in IT - Computerworld* 2025 Great Place to Work Certified* 2025 Best Employers for Women - Forbes* 2025 Companies that Care - People* 2025 America's Greatest Workplaces for Mental Well-Being - Newsweek*NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.***Salary Range:**$30.00-$34.15/Hourly*It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.*## **Internationally acclaimed, our hospital leads the way in research, life-shaping education and compassionate care.*** We care for 1 out of every 4 New Yorkers in medical need.* The nation's largest not-for-profit academic medical center, with over 2 million patient visits a year.