Patient Administrative Associate - Medical ICU

Location: 79 Jefferson St HH Bliss Wing, New York, NY 10064

About the Role

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Unit Manager, the Patient Administrative Associate performs delegated functions as a member of a patient care team by providing administrative support and communicating with members of the health care team, patients, and families. This role contributes to the successful operation of the work area and functions in accordance with all existing regulatory and hospital standards, policies, and procedures.

Schedule

36 hours per week, permanent night shift. Every other weekend, every other holiday.

About the Unit

Bliss 7 ICU is a newly renovated 12-bed Medical Intensive Care Unit that provides care to patients with a wide range of complex, highly acute medical issues, including but not limited to: respiratory failure, gastrointestinal bleeding, liver injury/failure, kidney injury/failure, sepsis, and drug and alcohol withdrawal. Under the supervision of a Critical Care Pulmonologist, the unit is staffed 24 hours a day with a team of Physician Assistants, Advanced Practice Registered Nurses, Registered Nurses, and medical house staff physicians consisting of interns and residents.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative support to the patient care team.
• Communicate effectively with healthcare team members, patients, and families.
• Contribute to the successful operation of the work area in accordance with hospital standards and policies.

Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to read, write, and speak English, and perform basic Mathematics.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to perform physical effort as specified by position physical requirements and occupational exposure form.

Qualifications

Preferred:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Hospital-based or physician office work experience.
• Demonstrated competencies in a related health field at Hartford Hospital.
• CPR validation may be required within three months of hire depending upon work area specific requirement.

Benefits

Hartford HealthCare offers a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance. With locations around the state, the organization provides exciting opportunities for career development and growth.