Patient Services Associate - Main Pre-op

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
Onsite
Direct patient care
Follow delegated patient care activities
Document patient care tasks
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 with patient care under the supervision of Registered Nurses, requiring a high school diploma and at least one year of patient care experience

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: 78

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 with patient care under the supervision of Registered Nurses, requiring a high school diploma and at least one year of patient care experience.

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Direct patient care
  • Follow delegated patient care activities
  • Document patient care tasks
  • Communicate with RN
  • Assist with patient mobility
  • Personal protective equipment use

Nice-to-have

  • Teamwork and diversity champion
  • Collaborative healthcare organization
  • Support department members
  • Assist visitors with information

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma/GED
  • 1 year Patient Care experience
  • Able to lift 100 lbs
  • Certification as nursing assistant or corpsman

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work

Tailored Resume

Cover Letter