Patient Care Associate II, Coronary Care, Full Time, Day
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Job overview
THE VALLEY HOSPITAL INC is hiring a Patient Care Associate II, Coronary Care, Full Time, Day. The Patient Care Associate II assists professional staff in direct and indirect patient care, performing EKGs, phlebotomy, and managing materials while adhering to policies and procedures. The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and may involve certification or enrollment in a nursing program, with a focus on accurate, detail‑oriented work in a fast‑paced hospital environment.
Key focus areas include Assist professional staff with direct patient care tasks, Perform EKGs and phlebotomy as directed, and Manage and maintain materials according to policies.
Successful candidates bring High School Diploma Or Equivalent, Recent Experience In Comparable Hospital Role, and Valid Current And Active Certification From Approved Credentialing Organization. Important skills include Perform Work Accurately, Attention To Detail, Handle Frequent Interruptions, Adapt To Changes In Workload, Work Cooperatively, and Set Priorities.
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Skills
Qualifications
Benefits
Full job description
Experience Required
No required work experience specified.
Minimum Education Required
HS_DIPLOMA
License(s) Required
No
Expected Start Date
07/31/2026
Compensation
$21.90 - $27.37 / Hourly
Hours Per Week
40
Number Of Positions
1
Shift
First Shift (Day)
Job Description
Position Summary
To assist the professional staff by participating in direct and indirect patient care to include performing EKGs, phlebotomy, and materials management and maintenance as directed by the professional staff and in accordance with approved policies and procedures.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent required. Must meet one of the following requirements:(1) Recent experience in a comparable role in a hospital setting or(2) have a valid current and active certification from a credentialing organization approved by Valley, including American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), National Center for Competency testing (NCCT) or registration from the American Medical Technologists (AMT), National Healthcare Association (NHA), American Medical Certification Association (AMCA), National Association for Health Professionals (NAHP), or National Certification Medical Association (NCMA) in one of the following: Certified Nursing Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, Patient Care Technician, NJ State Certified Home Health Aide or EMT; or(3) Current and enrolled nursing student who has completed and passed “Fundamentals of Nursing” course or(4) In lieu of experience, successfully complete 8-week PCA Fundamentals Program offered by Valley and obtain your BLS certification through American Heart Association within 90 Days of employment.
Experience
No previous experience required.
Skills
Qualifications may vary depending on assigned area. Must be able to perform work accurately with attention to detail within specified time periods, handle frequent interruptions, and adapt to changes in workload and work schedule. Ability to work cooperatively with members of the healthcare delivery team, staff, and co-workers. Ability to set priorities, solve problems, and respond quickly to emergency requests. Ability to communicate effectively (orally and in writing) and assist in meeting the patient care needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Job Location
The Valley Hospital-Paramus
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Benefits
Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees)
Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
Retirement Plan
Tuition Assistance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities
Salary
Joining Valley Health System means becoming part of a dedicated team that values the highest quality of care in a supportive environment. In our commitment to high performance and reliability, we encourage and recognize exceptional individual performance through our industry leading compensation practices including a starting salary and benefits in accordance with your role, experience, education, and licensure. Actual individual salaries vary depending on these factors. The salary listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.
Pay Range: $21.90 - $27.37 (per hour)
EEO Statement
Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment.
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
JR5121
Job Type
Full Time
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