Patient Care Associate I (PCA I) - Surgical Unit

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.)

The Impact You Can Make

Glens Falls Hospital is looking for students, healthcare workers, and entry level candidates with a background or interest in the healthcare field to join our team as a Patient Care Associate (PCA). If you are an individual who loves caring for and supporting others, this is a perfect position for you! Come grow your skills in healthcare and gain clinical experience working directly with patients!

Team Impact

As a PCA on our Inpatient Surgical Unit, you'll care for adult and pediatric patients recovering from a wide variety of surgical procedures, including orthopedic, urological, thoracic, vascular, gynecological, ENT, and general surgery. Working alongside RNs and an experienced interdisciplinary team, you'll provide compassionate, patient-centered care while supporting patients throughout their recovery and transition home.

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)