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
Follow delegated patient care activities
Accurate documentation of patient care
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Patient Services Associate for its Main Pre-op department, tasked with assisting patients under the direction of registered nurses. The position requires at least one year of patient care experience and involves physical duties, including lifting and patient mobility support

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.
  • 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 its Main Pre-op department, tasked with assisting patients under the direction of registered nurses. The position requires at least one year of patient care experience and involves physical duties, including lifting and patient mobility support.

Salary

Commensurate with education and experience; Not specified; Benefits eligible positions

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Direct patient care
  • Follow delegated patient care activities
  • Accurate documentation of patient care
  • Communicate effectively with team members
  • Assist patients with mobility

Nice-to-have

  • Teamwork and diversity
  • Collaborative healthcare organization
  • Support department members

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma/GED
  • 1 year Patient Care experience
  • Able to lift 100 lbs
  • Proof of legal authority to work in US

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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