Patient Care Assistant - PRN

Cheyenne Regional Medical Center•Cheyenne, WY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Works under the supervision of the Radiology Clinical Manager and the general direction of the Director of Radiology. Transports patients to and from nursing areas to the department for procedures. Assists in clerical areas of the department. Maintains assigned equipment. Why Work at Cheyenne Regional? 403(b) with 4% employer match ANCC Magnet Hospital 21 PTO days per year (increases with tenure) Education Assistance Program Employee Sponsored Wellness Program Employee Assistance Program Loan Forgiveness Eligible Here is What You Will Be Doing: Mains a positive work environment by demonstrating positive interpersonal relations with co-workers, physicians, patients and others. Supports and follows hospital, departmental and regulatory policies and procedures. Transports in-patients from nursing units to Radiology for procedures and back to units after procedures, following hospital policies and protocols regarding the transport of patients. Escorts and assists outpatients as necessary. Maintains and fills the departmental liquid oxygen containers according to established protocols. Checks transport equipment daily and reports any malfunctions immediately to the supervisor. Maintains strict aseptic technique. Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, quality assurance programs, and safety standards. Provides general administrative support to the department as necessary. About Cheyenne Regional: Cheyenne Regional Medical Center was founded in 1867 as a tent hospital by the Union Pacific Railroad to treat workers injured while building the transcontinental railroad. Today, we are the largest hospital in the state of Wyoming, employing over 2,000 people, and treating over 350,000+ patients from southeastern Wyoming, western Nebraska, and northern Colorado. We pride ourselves on patient and employee experience by living our core values of Integrity, Caring, Compassion, Respect, Service, Teamwork and Excellence to great health. Our team makes a difference every day by providing trusted healthcare expertise through a passionate and I.N.S.P.I.R.E.(ing) approach with a personal touch. By living our values, we aim to achieve our goal of becoming a 5-star rated hospital, providing critical support and resources to our community and the greater region we serve. If you are eager to make a difference and passionate about healthcare, we encourage you to apply today!

Requirements

Ability to interact and communicate effectively with patients, families, visitors, physicians, and staff
Must be able to handle extremely stressful and emotional situations
Typing skills, good telephone skills
Problem solving and reasoning skills
Ability to explain directions
Demonstrates knowledge of medical terminology
Demonstrates an independent work initiative, sound judgment and attention to detail
High school diploma (or Equivalent Certificate from an accredited program) or higher degree
Cheyenne Regional AHA RQI within 14 calendar days of start date

Nice To Haves

Experience in a medical environment

Responsibilities

Maintains a positive work environment by demonstrating positive interpersonal relations with co-workers, physicians, patients and others.
Supports and follows hospital, departmental and regulatory policies and procedures.
Transports in-patients from nursing units to Radiology for procedures and back to units after procedures, following hospital policies and protocols regarding the transport of patients.
Escorts and assists outpatients as necessary.
Maintains and fills the departmental liquid oxygen containers according to established protocols.
Checks transport equipment daily and reports any malfunctions immediately to the supervisor.
Maintains strict aseptic technique.
Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, quality assurance programs, and safety standards.
Provides general administrative support to the department as necessary.