Unit Aide

Location

New York, New York

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Description:

Unit Aide – Equipment Center – Full-Time – Days

About Us

At NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, we are committed to delivering excellence while supporting patient care and safety. Every team member plays an important role in maintaining a clean, secure, and welcoming environment that promotes healing, teamwork, respect, and trust. Mandatory job-specific training will be provided to support new team members in developing the knowledge and skills needed for the role.

Position Summary

The Unit Aide supports clinical operations by maintaining a sanitary, organized, safe, and efficient environment. This role contributes directly to patient safety and team productivity by ensuring equipment, supplies, and utility items are clean, functional, properly stocked, and ready for use.

Key Responsibilities

• •Maintain work areas in a safe, clean, and organized condition while following infection prevention and hospital safety protocols, including proper use of PPE.
• •Uphold patient privacy, confidentiality, and ethical care standards.
• •Respond promptly and professionally to inquiries and service requests from patient care areas.
• •Work collaboratively with Equipment Center leadership, team members, clinical staff, and support services.
• •Transport equipment, carts, and supplies throughout the hospital using established safe handling practices.
• •Clean, disinfect, and return equipment to designated locations according to infection prevention guidelines.
• •Accurately document equipment tracking and cleaning activities.
• •Identify malfunctioning equipment, remove it from service, and coordinate repairs with Biomedical Engineering.
• •Receive, stock, and replenish supplies to maintain par levels.
• •Assist with equipment retrieval, dispatching, code cart management, and other Equipment Center operations as assigned.

Required Criteria

• •High School Diploma or GED.
• •Basic computer knowledge and data-entry skills.
• •Ability to read, write, and follow simple written and verbal instructions.
• •Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• •Courteous and professional customer service and communication skills.
• •Reliable, safety-focused work habits and a commitment to quality, cleanliness, and patient safety.
• •Ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• •Willingness and ability to stand, walk, bend, push, pull, and transport equipment for extended periods as required by the role.

Shift

This position is from 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM, including every other weekend and holidays.

Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.

Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.

NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.

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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.

Salary Range:

$30.00-$34.15/Hourly

It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.