Perioperative Patient Care Assistant, Surgery Pre-Admit, Pre-Op/Hold

MemorialCare•Long Beach, CA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

The Perioperative Patient Care Assistant performs basic patient care tasks as a cooperative member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, in the Surgery Pre-Admit, Pre-Op/Hold nursing unit at MemorialCare Long Beach Medical Center. He/she reports at all times to a supervising nurse. This position also indirectly supports patient care by providing clerical support to the unit as assigned. The Perioperative Patient Care Assistant facilitates a safe, clean working environment for all patients, visitors, and staff.

Requirements

A current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (CPR & AED) certification is required.
High school diploma or equivalency
Prior work experience in an acute hospital setting is preferred.
Must have basic knowledge of standard perioperative care procedures.
Knowledge of medical terminology is recommended.

Responsibilities

Performs activities as identified on Perioperative Patient Care Assistant competency checklist while maintaining patient safety, comfort, and privacy.
Participates as a member of the health care team.
Respects patient confidentiality at all times.
Consistently applies infection control policies and procedures.
Maintains a safe, clean and healthful environment.
Attends department specific staff meetings, in-services, education and training.
Participates in selected department specific Performance Improvement Projects.
Demonstrates skills consistent with standards of practice and Departmental Policies and Procedures.
Participates in orientation of new staff as assigned.