Patient Support Associate in Tinton Falls, New Jersey at RWJBarnabas Health

Job Title: Patient Support Associate

Location: MMC Specialty Care Center

Department Name: Environmental Services

Req #: 0000260728

Status: Hourly

Shift: Evening

Pay Range: $17.30 - $19.25 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

As a Patient Support Associate, you will be responsible for multiple functions including cleaning and maintaining all Operating Rooms, sub-sterile areas, and other areas within the department. You will also be responsible for the inventory of supplies and transporting patients to and from the department. Your work is essential to infection prevention, patient safety, and the exceptional healthcare experience our communities expect.

As a Patient Support Associate, a typical day might include the following:

• Assisting in cleaning emergency spills observed or upon request
• Assisting with patient positioning under the direction of the RN
• Assisting with patient surgical preparation.
• Cleaning OR suites following procedures
• Transporting equipment from ancillary storage locations to the OR room
• Maintaining inventory levels on all housekeeping supplies; stocking supplies as required in locker rooms and restrooms
• Stocking OR attire to include hats, masks, shoe covers and warm up jackets prior to the start of day
• Transporting patients as needed
• Transporting specimens to Pathology as needed

This role might be for you if:

• You take pride in creating clean, organized, and safe spaces.
• You understand that behind-the-scenes work has a direct impact on patient outcomes.
• You are dependable, self-motivated, and comfortable working independently.
• You pay close attention to detail and consistently follow safety procedures.
• You enjoy being part of a team dedicated to serving others.

To be considered for this opportunity, knowledge of inventory control techniques, housekeeping experience and a high school diploma is preferred. Candidates should be comfortable performing physically active work, including lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 50 pounds, while maintaining high standards of cleanliness and safety.

This full-time day position is scheduled from 3:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and includes rotating weekends and holidays. Experience working within Joint Commission and Department of Health standards is a plus.