Patient Care Tech CNA - SDS/PACU

Intermountain Health

4d • $18 - $24 • Onsite

About The Position

The Patient Care Technician functions as a clinical support partner, assisting the patient care team by performing tasks and procedures as instructed by a licensed professional. The technician may also assume the responsibilities of a Health Unit Coordinator. This role supports the Same Day Surgery and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit, which provide pre- and post-operative care for patients undergoing same-day procedures.

The position is part-time, scheduled for 27 hours per week on 8- to 10-hour day shifts, Monday through Friday. Shift start times are between 5 a.m. and 10 a.m. The role is based at LDS Hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah, and pays $18.40–$23.92 per hour, depending on experience. No late nights, weekends, or major holidays are required.

At hire, Utah candidates must have a current Utah CNA certification, have completed a CNA training program within the past year (with certification obtained within 120 days of hire), or have passed a Fundamentals of Nursing course within the past two years (with certification obtained within 120 days of hire). The role offers health, vision, dental, 401(k), education assistance, and other benefits.

Requirements

• Current Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) in the state of practice, or qualifying Utah CNA training or Fundamentals of Nursing coursework under the stated certification rules.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for healthcare providers.
• Basic computer literacy skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Prior CNA experience or applicable healthcare experience.
• Current enrollment in a nursing school program.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize and deliver basic patient care, including toileting, bathing, linen and clothing changes, providing fresh water and ice, ambulating patients, and providing comfort measures.
• Respond to patient and family requests while providing excellent customer service.
• Report and record patient care findings and data in a timely manner; promptly report changes in patient condition and obtain qualified assistance as needed.
• Perform telemetry duties as required and monitor patients, address their care needs, and collaborate with the patient care team.
• Transport medications from the delivery system to the RN when required on a clinical unit.
• Collaborate and consult with the RN and other interdisciplinary team members to support optimal patient care.
• As needed, perform Health Unit Coordinator duties, including answering phones, transcribing physician orders, managing unit records, and organizing, stocking, and maintaining supplies.
• Implement the plan of care as delegated.
• Perform assigned duties within the scope of practice and perform specialized procedures after skill validation and in accordance with regulatory standards.
• Promote a safe environment by complying with safety policies and taking appropriate action in emergencies.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance
• 401(k)
• Education assistance
• Additional benefits are available as part of the company's comprehensive benefits package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed