Patient Services Associate - Main Pre-op

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Not specified
Direct patient care tasks
Follow delegated patient care activities
Accurate documentation of patient care
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Patient Services Associate for the Main Pre-op department in Little Rock, Arkansas. The role involves assisting patients with direct care under the supervision of registered nurses, and requires at least one year of patient care experience in a healthcare setting

Job Summary

  • The PSA works under the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse(s) (R.N.) and performs tasks and duties that do not require a license, professional judgment, or intervention.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only): Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only), Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS, Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000, Career Training and Educational Opportunities, Merchant Discounts, Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy.
  • Employees in this role must be fitted for, capable of donning, and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment, to include N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR), or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Patient Services Associate for the Main Pre-op department in Little Rock, Arkansas. The role involves assisting patients with direct care under the supervision of registered nurses, and requires at least one year of patient care experience in a healthcare setting.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits eligible

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Direct patient care tasks
  • Follow delegated patient care activities
  • Accurate documentation of patient care
  • Effective communication with team members
  • Assist with patient mobility

Nice-to-have

  • Teamwork and diversity champion
  • Collaborative healthcare organization
  • Focus on improving patient care

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma/GED
  • 1 year of Patient Care in a health care setting
  • Able to lift 100 lbs. to waist height
  • Certification as a nursing assistant or military corpsman (preferred)

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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