Job: Patient Care Assistant II (8) - Job #: 967244

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Jobing Description

Department: Emergency Room
Schedule: Full time - Benefits Eligible
Shift: Varying
Req Number: 39963
JOB SUMMARY:

Under the direct supervision of a licensed care practitioner, provides and documents clinical care and associated tasks, as assigned. Utilizes appropriate age and developmental approach in application of care. Regularly performs a supportive role to physicians, nurses and families in the delivery of patient care by assisting patient care delivery team with emergency calls and clinical communications and performing admission, discharge, and transfer workflows. Responds to emergency codes by executing appropriate protocols and identifying, initiating and utilizing necessary resources. Prepares and maintains patient medical record on the clinical unit including the medical record discharge process. Enters, compiles and reviews reports in a timely and accurate manner. Performs administrative duties as assigned.

Skills / Requirements

Minimum Education:

High School Diploma, GED or foreign equivalent

1 year of experience

Current BLS Heartsaver card (Issued by American Heart Association provider)

Certified Nursing Assistant or graduation from a Medical Assistant program (Current RN or LVN students who have completed their pediatric clinical rotation meet the certification requirements above)

Knowledge of healthcare operations and work flow

Knowledge of medical terminology

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Associates Degree in Healthcare related courses

2 years of experience

More than one year previous healthcare or unit clerk experience

Some college course work in medical terminology

EOE/M/F/D/V