Patient Support Associate - OR Environmental Services Req #: 0000181776
Category: Housekeeping
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Night
Facility: Community Medical Center
Department: OR Environmental Services
Location: CMC Nursing, 99 Highway 37 West, Toms River, NJ 08755

Job Overview:

The Patient Support Associate is responsible for multiple functions including cleaning OR rooms, sub-sterile areas, and other areas within the department. The Patient Support Associate is also responsible for the inventory of supplies and transporting patients to and from the department.

Qualifications:

Preferred:

Knowledge of inventory control techniquesHigh School Diploma or equivalentHospital Operating Room housekeeping experience

Certifications and Licenses Required:

AHA Basic Life Support (BLS)

Scheduling Requirements:

Overnights 10:00pm-6:30amRotating weekends and holidaysFull time

Essential Functions:

Assists in cleaning emergency spillsAssists in properly transporting and transferring patientsAssists with patient care including positioningCleans and sanitizes transport equipment utilizing appropriate disinfecting materials after each patient transportsEmpties waste baskets, removes trash; transports trash from utility rooms and other collection points to designated areasFollows appropriate patient identification procedures to ensure transport of proper patientMaintains par levels on all housekeeping supplies; stocks supplies as required in locker rooms, rest rooms, and storage areasPerforms cleaning functions in assigned areas following established schedule and prescribed methodsRemains alert to patient s condition during transport, and immediately informs RN or other appropriate authority of any unusual incidents or patient concernsResponds timely to all requestsResponsible for monitoring O2 flow meter to insure adequate O2 flow during patient transportScrubs and buffs floors with approved equipment as requestedUses communication tools correctlyWashes mop heads

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort & Long Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Additional Information:

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered,

high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering

a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer