Pre-Op PACU Tech (GI) - FT
About The Position
Under the direction of the nurse manager or designee, i.e., RN, Physician, assists in the care and treatment of patients consistent with training and scope of certification and/or licensure under hospital regulations. Under Charge nurses directions perform post-op phone calls. Provides direct care to patient’s surgery center. Performs combination of duties in care of patients under direction of nursing and medical staff and consistent with training and within scope of certification and/or licensure to include answers call lights or intercom system to determine patient’s needs. Escorts patients to surgery center, Transports patients within facility using stretchers, wheelchairs, wheeled carts, or assists patients to walk. Transports patient specimens or blood work to the lab. Takes and blood pressure, pulse, respirations, and weighs patients. Cleans stretchers and prepares for next patient. Performs light inventory and housekeeping duties.
Requirements
- High school diploma/GED
- Graduate of a medical assistant program
- Current WA State DOH Medical Assistant-Certified credential
- General knowledge of office procedures and computer systems
- BLS certification
Nice To Haves
- Six months Acute Care experience
- Background in Medical Terminology
Responsibilities
- Assists in the care and treatment of patients consistent with training and scope of certification and/or licensure under hospital regulations.
- Performs post-op phone calls under Charge Nurse's direction.
- Provides direct care to patients in the surgery center.
- Answers call lights or intercom system to determine patient needs.
- Escorts patients to the surgery center.
- Transports patients within the facility using stretchers, wheelchairs, wheeled carts, or assists patients to walk.
- Transports patient specimens or blood work to the lab.
- Takes blood pressure, pulse, respirations, and weighs patients.
- Cleans stretchers and prepares for the next patient.
- Performs light inventory and housekeeping duties.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
