Trinity Health

Patient Care Aide: Per Diem Behavioral Health Unit

Trinity Health  •  United States (Onsite)  •  5 hours ago
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Job Description

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Rotating Shift

At Saint Mary’s Hospital, our Behavioral Health Team brings a compassionate approach to meet the unique need of our patients, we treat various behavioral health diagnosis such as depression and other mood disorders, schizophrenia, and substance use disorders.

What you will do:

  • Regularly assist with patient care, including vital sign monitoring and recording measurements in patients’ charts

  • Provide Ambulatory Support to patients, assisting with walking, showers, and other prescribed therapies.

  • The PCA/Clerical Coordinator will assist with the units’ clerical responsibility including:

    • Welcome patients and visitors to the unit.

    • Coordinate appointment scheduling and collaborate with healthcare providers.

    • Organize and maintain patient records and files.

    • Handle phone calls to and from the unit.

    • Facilitate patient transfers to/from the unit.

    • Manage office and medical supplies for the unit

Minimum Qualifications

  • Education: High School or equivalency certificate is required.

  • BLS or CPR Certification: Current certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required.

  • Experience: A minimum of 1 year of Nursing Assistant, Clerical Coordinator, or Unit Secretary experience in an Acute Inpatient setting is preferred.

  • Certified Nursing Assistant: Certification is preferred, but not required.

Position Highlights and Benefits:

  • Per Diem Rotating Shifts

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Mary’s Hospital, operating since 1909, is a Catholic, not-for-profit, community teaching hospital dedicated to serving patients in Waterbury, CT, and the surrounding communities. What sets us apart is evident from the moment you walk through our doors: the genuine warmth and attentiveness of our physicians and nurses, the pristine condition of our facilities, and the way we strive to make patients and their families feel cared for, akin to being a cherished member of our own family.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Trinity Health

About Trinity Health

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic health care systems in the nation. It is a family of 123,000 colleagues and nearly 27,000 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 26 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, the Trinity Health system includes 88 hospitals, 135 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, its annual operating revenue is $21.5 billion with $1.4 billion returned to its communities in the form of charity care and other community benefit programs.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
10,000+ employees
Headquarters
Livonia, MI
Year Founded
Unknown
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