Patient Services Associate - Main Pre-op

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, Arkansas, US
Commensurate with education + experience; not spec...
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Direct patient care
Follow delegated patient care activities
Accurate documentation of patient care tasks
** The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Patient Services Associate for the Main Pre-op department, responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of registered nurses. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, experience in patient care, and the ability to handle physical demands of the role. **

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 the Main Pre-op department, responsible for providing direct patient care under the supervision of registered nurses. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma or GED, experience in patient care, and the ability to handle physical demands of the role. **

Salary

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

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Direct patient care
  • Follow delegated patient care activities
  • Accurate documentation of patient care tasks
  • Communicate with RN regarding patient care
  • Assist patients with mobility
  • Perform routine tasks in PPE

Nice-to-have

  • Teamwork and diversity
  • Collaborative health care organization
  • Support department members
  • Assist patients and visitors with information

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma/GED
  • 1 year of Patient Care in a health care setting
  • Able to lift 100 lbs. to waist height
  • Previous Patient Care Technician experience
  • Patient care experience in an acute care setting
  • Certification as a nursing assistant or military corpsman

Work Rights

Proof of legal authority to work in the United States

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