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Patient Care Associate I (PCA I) - Telemetry

Glens Falls Hospital
Posted 3 months ago, valid for a month
Location

Glens Falls, NY, US

Salary

$18.75 - $28.13 per hour

Contract type

Full Time

Tuition Reimbursement

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  • Glens Falls Hospital is seeking Patient Care Associates (PCA) with a background or interest in healthcare to join their team.
  • Candidates are required to have a high school diploma or GED, with patient care experience preferred and Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification necessary.
  • The position offers a salary range of $18.75 to $28.13 per hour, based on experience and qualifications.
  • Flexible shifts are available, including full-time, part-time, and per diem options across various departments.
  • This role provides an excellent opportunity for advancement in the healthcare field while directly supporting patient care.

Compensation: $18.75 to $28.13 per hour. (Exact rate is determined on a case-by-case basis commensurate with experience level, as well as education and certifications pertaining to each position which may be above the listed job requirements.)

 

Why Choose Glens Falls Hospital?

  • Competitive base rate of $18.75 to $28.13/hour based on your experience
  • Extra pay available through shift differentials
  • Clear, structured pathways for rapid professional advancement
  • Tuition Reimbursement: We help pay for your continued education and training
  • Make a lasting impact right here in the heart of Glens Falls

 

How You Will Fulfill Your Potential (Responsibilities)

  • Perform all aspects of first-level patient care including promoting hygiene and mobility
  • Measure and record patients’ vitals such as temperature and blood pressure
  • Responds to patient/family needs and requests
  • May assist and support physicians/nurses during routine procedures and treatments
  • Report all observations, changes in patient condition to responsible RN for timely, appropriate evaluation and response
  • Prepare hospital rooms
  • Change patients’ bed sheets, pillows and turning or repositioning patients in their beds
  • Deliver meals to patients and assist with feeding
  • Help patients dress and/or assist with toileting needs
  • Bathe patients
  • Listen to patients’ concerns, record them and report them to a nurse 
  • Patient companion when needed

 

What You Bring (Qualifications)

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Passion for caring and supporting others
  • Patient care experience (preferred, not required)
  • Medical terminology knowledge (a helpful plus)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification (can be earned after hire)

Mission
Our mission is to improve the health of people in our region by providing access to exceptional, affordable, and patient-centered care every day and in every setting.
Communities We Serve
Located in the foothills of the beautiful Adirondack mountains, Glens Falls is conveniently located a short drive away from the capital region and Lake George. Work at the top of your profession and jumpstart your next career here at Glens Falls Hospital! 
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law.
Benefits
Glens Falls Hospital is committed to providing our people with valuable and competitive benefits offerings, as it is a core part of providing a strong overall employee experience. A summary of these offerings, which are available to active, full-time and part-time employees who work at least 30 hours per week, can be found on the career page here.



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