Hospital Attendant Jobs in New York
Hospital Attendant jobs in New York are concentrated in large academic medical centers, public hospital systems, and long-term acute care facilities, with demand running from entry-level orderly positions through senior patient transport and unit support roles. New York City, Buffalo, and Albany account for the heaviest hiring, anchored by institutions like NYC Health + Hospitals, Northwell Health, and Montefiore Medical Center. The most consistent openings are in patient transport, surgical suite support, and behavioral health unit assistance. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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At Stony Brook Medicine, our Hospital Attendants are valuable members of our team. The Primary role of the hospital attendant on L&D is anesthesia stocking. This function has been coordinated with the anesthesia team since L&D does not have anesthesia techs. The hospital attendant also may not provide direct patient care. Qualified candidates should demonstrate excellent intrapersonal skills and time management skills. They should have attention to detail and be able to work with all levels of the organization.
Duties of a Hospital Attendant may include the following but are not limited to:
- Adheres to mission and values of Stony Brook University Medical Center
- Maintains a safe patient environment by keeping hallways and fire doors free from clutter
- Maintains a clean, orderly, safe environment for patients, visitors and personnel
- Assists in the organization and restocking of needed supplies on the unit
- Assists with room turnover including stripping of room and resetting up the room
- Assists in maintaining par of hospital equipment and unit specific equipment
- Contact appropriate department re: equipment and survey equipment needed for repair
- Return unnecessary equipment or supplies
- Generate requests through BME for broken equipment and generate work orders through physical plant for needed repairs on the unit
- Cleans equipment in accordance with recommendations
- Assists in transporting and accompanying patients to various areas in the hospital as required
- Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information
- Participates in the orientation of new employees as directed by unit leadership
- Communicates and works effectively on a daily basis with other staff and other departments
- Maintains a supportive, collegial relationship with fellow staff members
- Uses supplies and equipment on the unit in a safe and cost-effective manner.
- Orders supplies and equipment
- Housekeeping duties as needed
- Maintain compliance with Infection Control polices
Qualifications
Required: Ability to perform medium to heavy physical labor.
Preferred: Previous experience working in a hospital setting and/or in the hospital industry. Possess excellent intrapersonal skills, time management skills, have attention to detail and be able to work with all levels of the organization.
Special Notes: Resume/CV should be included with the online application.
Posting Overview: This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date).
If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly reposted at a later date.
- Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.
- All Hospital positions maybe subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
- This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
- This function/position maybe designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.
Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:
- Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services*
- Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
- Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen*
- Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre employment screenings.
- Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).
Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.
- The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The salary range for this position is listed below. This range reflects Stony Brook University Hospital’s good faith and reasonable estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting.
The final offer will be determined based on the candidate’s verified years of relevant, comparable experience. Please note that misrepresentation or inflation of experience may result in disqualification from the hiring process or termination of employment if hired.
Some positions may also include annual supplemental pay, such as:
- Location Pay: for UUP, CSEA, and PEF full-time positions
- Shift Differentials: Additional pay for evening, night, or other supplemental shifts (e.g., inconvenience pay, geographic pay, or other applicable differentials)
At Stony Brook University Hospital, your compensation extends beyond your paycheck. We offer comprehensive benefits including generous leave, health insurance, and participation in the state pension system that contribute significantly to your overall total rewards package.
Stony Brook Medicine integrates and elevates all of Stony Brook University’s health-related initiatives: education, research and patient care. It includes our Health Sciences schools — Medicine, Dental, Health Professions, Nursing and Social Welfare — a Program in Public Health, as well as Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook Children’s Hospital, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital, Long Island State Veterans Home, and more than 200 community-based healthcare settings throughout Suffolk County.
Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.
Job Number:
2603901Job Field
: OtherPrimary Location
: US-NY-Stony BrookSchedule
: Full-timeShift
:Night Shift Shift Hours: 11:00PM-7:30AM Pass Days: VariablePosting Start Date
: Oct 23, 2026Posting End Date
: Nov 6, 2026, 10:59:00 PMAt Stony Brook Medicine, our Hospital Attendants are valuable members of our team. The Primary role of the hospital attendant on L&D is anesthesia stocking. This function has been coordinated with the anesthesia team since L&D does not have anesthesia techs. The hospital attendant also may not provide direct patient care. Qualified candidates should demonstrate excellent intrapersonal skills and time management skills. They should have attention to detail and be able to work with all levels of the organization.
Duties of a Hospital Attendant may include the following but are not limited to:
- Adheres to mission and values of Stony Brook University Medical Center
- Maintains a safe patient environment by keeping hallways and fire doors free from clutter
- Maintains a clean, orderly, safe environment for patients, visitors and personnel
- Assists in the organization and restocking of needed supplies on the unit
- Assists with room turnover including stripping of room and resetting up the room
- Assists in maintaining par of hospital equipment and unit specific equipment
- Contact appropriate department re: equipment and survey equipment needed for repair
- Return unnecessary equipment or supplies
- Generate requests through BME for broken equipment and generate work orders through physical plant for needed repairs on the unit
- Cleans equipment in accordance with recommendations
- Assists in transporting and accompanying patients to various areas in the hospital as required
- Maintains patient rights and confidentiality of patient information
- Participates in the orientation of new employees as directed by unit leadership
- Communicates and works effectively on a daily basis with other staff and other departments
- Maintains a supportive, collegial relationship with fellow staff members
- Uses supplies and equipment on the unit in a safe and cost-effective manner.
- Orders supplies and equipment
- Housekeeping duties as needed
- Maintain compliance with Infection Control polices
Qualifications
Required: Ability to perform medium to heavy physical labor.
Preferred: Previous experience working in a hospital setting and/or in the hospital industry. Possess excellent intrapersonal skills, time management skills, have attention to detail and be able to work with all levels of the organization.
Special Notes: Resume/CV should be included with the online application.
Posting Overview: This position will remain posted until filled or for a maximum of 90 days. An initial review of all applicants will occur two weeks from the posting date. Candidates are advised on the application that for full consideration, applications must be received before the initial review date (which is within two weeks of the posting date).
If within the initial review no candidate was selected to fill the position posted, additional applications will be considered for the posted position; however, the posting will close once a finalist is identified, and at minimal, two weeks after the initial posting date. Please note, that if no candidate were identified and hired within 90 days from initial posting, the posting would close for review, and possibly reposted at a later date.
- Stony Brook Medicine is a smoke free environment. Smoking is strictly prohibited anywhere on campus, including parking lots and outdoor areas on the premises.
- All Hospital positions maybe subject to changes in pass days and shifts as necessary.
- This position may require the wearing of respiratory protection, which may prohibit the wearing of facial hair.
- This function/position maybe designated as “essential.” This means that when the Hospital is faced with an institutional emergency, employees in such positions may be required to remain at their work location or to report to work to protect, recover, and continue operations at Stony Brook Medicine, Stony Brook University Hospital and related facilities.
Prior to start date, the selected candidate must meet the following requirements:
- Successfully complete pre-employment physical examination and obtain medical clearance from Stony Brook Medicine's Employee Health Services*
- Complete electronic reference check with a minimum of three (3) professional references.
- Successfully complete a 4 panel drug screen*
- Meet Regulatory Requirements for pre employment screenings.
- Provide a copy of any required New York State license(s)/certificate(s).
Failure to comply with any of the above requirements could result in a delayed start date and/or revocation of the employment offer.
- The hiring department will be responsible for any fee incurred for examination.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The salary range for this position is listed below. This range reflects Stony Brook University Hospital’s good faith and reasonable estimate of potential compensation at the time of posting.
The final offer will be determined based on the candidate’s verified years of relevant, comparable experience. Please note that misrepresentation or inflation of experience may result in disqualification from the hiring process or termination of employment if hired.
Some positions may also include annual supplemental pay, such as:
- Location Pay: for UUP, CSEA, and PEF full-time positions
- Shift Differentials: Additional pay for evening, night, or other supplemental shifts (e.g., inconvenience pay, geographic pay, or other applicable differentials)
At Stony Brook University Hospital, your compensation extends beyond your paycheck. We offer comprehensive benefits including generous leave, health insurance, and participation in the state pension system that contribute significantly to your overall total rewards package.
Stony Brook Medicine integrates and elevates all of Stony Brook University’s health-related initiatives: education, research and patient care. It includes our Health Sciences schools — Medicine, Dental, Health Professions, Nursing and Social Welfare — a Program in Public Health, as well as Stony Brook University Hospital, Stony Brook Children’s Hospital, Stony Brook Southampton Hospital, Stony Brook Eastern Long Island Hospital, Long Island State Veterans Home, and more than 200 community-based healthcare settings throughout Suffolk County.
Stony Brook University is committed to excellence in diversity and the creation of an inclusive learning, and working environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status and all other protected classes under federal or state laws.
Job Number:
2603901Job Field
: OtherPrimary Location
: US-NY-Stony BrookSchedule
: Full-timeShift
:Night Shift Shift Hours: 11:00PM-7:30AM Pass Days: VariablePosting Start Date
: Oct 23, 2026Posting End Date
: Nov 6, 2026, 10:59:00 PMSee All 7 Hospital Attendant Jobs in New York
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The qualifications that appear most often in hospital attendant jobs across New York.
- High school diploma or GED recognized by a New York state institution or equivalent
- Current Basic Life Support certification from an accredited New York provider
- Prior experience in a hospital, nursing home, or acute care setting preferred
- Ability to lift and transfer patients safely following New York DOH safe-handling guidelines
- Familiarity with infection control protocols required under New York State DOH regulations
- Strong communication skills and ability to work with a diverse patient population
Hospital Attendant Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a hospital attendant in New York?
A high school diploma or GED is the standard minimum requirement, and most New York hospital systems also require a current Basic Life Support certification before your first shift. There is no separate state license for hospital attendants in New York, but large employers like NYC Health + Hospitals and Northwell Health typically require completion of a paid on-the-job orientation covering patient handling, infection control, and New York DOH safety protocols before you work independently.
Which companies hire hospital attendants in New York?
Companies currently hiring hospital attendants in New York include Towne Park, Stony Brook University Medical Center, and Erie County Medical Center Corporation, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. New York's large integrated health systems and public hospital networks account for the majority of consistent openings across the state.
Which New York cities have the most hospital attendant jobs?
Buffalo, Stony Brook, and Roslyn lead New York for hospital attendant openings. New York City dominates because of its dense concentration of major academic medical centers and public hospital campuses, while Buffalo and Albany support steady demand through regional health systems and state-affiliated facilities that serve large surrounding populations.
How can I get hired as a hospital attendant in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to New York City Health + Hospitals or Northwell Health, both of which regularly post entry-level hospital attendant and patient care associate roles that include paid onboarding for candidates without prior clinical experience. Lateral moves from food service, housekeeping, or security within the same hospital can also open the door. Completing a Basic Life Support course and a brief patient handling certificate from a New York community college gives you a clear edge over other applicants with no background.
Where can I find and apply to hospital attendant jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to hospital attendant jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. Search the listings, find roles that fit your background and location, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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