Unit Secretary & PCT — Patient Care Aide

Holy Name Medical Center; Teaneck Township (NJ); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental plan

Vision plan

Prescription discount

On-site child care

401(k) matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

On-site parking

Job summary

Holy Name Medical Center is seeking a Unit Secretary & PCT to support nursing staff in a busy hospital unit. The role includes basic patient care under RN supervision, vital signs, hygiene assistance, meal support, specimen collection, and charting duties.

You will help with admissions, transfers, and coordinating information across departments. The position emphasizes accuracy in documentation, teamwork with the nursing team, and adherence to hospital policies.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with medical terminology and office equipment.
• Computer literacy is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs basic patient care procedures under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Takes patient vital signs and maintains accurate intake/output.
• Assists with personal hygiene, bed baths, and skin care; helps with showers and bed positioning.
• Assists patients with meals and feeding; ensures adequate hydration and nutrition.
• Obtains routine specimens (urine, sputum, feces).
• Performs treatments as directed (enemas, cold packs, perineal care, catheter care, SCD/TEDs).
• Assists with CPR and emergency procedures as needed.
• Cleans and organizes bedside units and equipment; supports nursing staff.
• Transcribes patient care orders; assists with admissions/transfers and chart preparation.
• Manages charting, documentation, and Health Information Services workflows.
• Answers phones, relays messages, supports patient requests and transportation coordination.

Skills

Medical terminology

Office equipment

Computer literacy

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree / college coursework

Job description

Holy Name Medical Center is seeking a Unit Secretary & PCT to support nursing staff in a busy hospital unit. The role includes basic patient care under RN supervision, vital signs, hygiene assistance, meal support, specimen collection, and charting duties.

You will help with admissions, transfers, and coordinating information across departments. The position emphasizes accuracy in documentation, teamwork with the nursing team, and adherence to hospital policies.