Patient Care Associate (trainee) - Surgery

Washington University in St. Louis

St. Louis, Missouri, US
Base: $15.25 - $20.56 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
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Patient interaction and communication
Vital signs measurement and recording
Blood specimen collection and logging
** Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Patient Care Associate trainee to perform both administrative and clinical duties in a surgical setting. This role requires no prior experience, as it is geared towards students, providing hands-on training and opportunities to gain certifications in Basic Life Support. **

Job Summary

  • This student intern role involves performing select administrative and clinical duties under the direction of a licensed healthcare professional.
  • The position requires collecting blood specimens, measuring vital signs, and preparing patients for physician examinations.
  • Washington University in St. Louis offers competitive benefits including health insurance, retirement savings plans, and tuition coverage for employees and families.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Washington University in St. Louis is seeking a Patient Care Associate trainee to perform both administrative and clinical duties in a surgical setting. This role requires no prior experience, as it is geared towards students, providing hands-on training and opportunities to gain certifications in Basic Life Support. **

Salary

Base: $15.25 - $20.56 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Up to 22 days vacation, health insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, tuition coverage

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Patient interaction and communication
  • Vital signs measurement and recording
  • Blood specimen collection and logging
  • Treatment room preparation and sterilization
  • Medical records creation and updates

Nice-to-have

  • Some college or medical assistant training
  • Experience in healthcare environments
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Basic Life Support certification within one month of hire
  • No prior work experience required

Work Rights

Not specified

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