Patient Care Attendant

Eye Care Partners Career Opportunities•Des Peres, MO

9d•Onsite

About The Position

Serves as support personnel, under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN), in accordance with established regulations for the practice of Medical Assistant, Federal, State, and accreditation standards and company policies and procedures. Participates in direct patient care and maintains a clean, orderly and safe environment. Identifies and reports to the supervisor any inventory/supply needs.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent required
Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) required
Favorable result on background check required
Must be able to provide proof of their identity and their right to work in the United States
Proficient in English language

Nice To Haves

Ability to prioritize, plan, and implement patient care within the scope of their practice.
Ability to handle stress associated with prioritizing multiple tasks.
Above average organization skills.
Demonstrates a positive, friendly and courteous manner.
Maintains a professional attitude.
Maintains effective communication with patients, families, physicians, and other staff.
Performs their duties in an ethical and legal manner within the scope of their certification.

Responsibilities

Assists in pre and post-op with vital signs.
Cleans/disinfects and makes stretchers.
Assists with patient transfers and discharges.
Stocks/restocks supplies.
Maintains par levels of supplies needed for patient care and notifies charge nurse of shortages.
Maintains clean/dirty linen.