PCT Full-Time

Surgery Partners, Inc•Bryan, TX

6h•Onsite

About The Position

The Unit Assistant will perform duties as a team member, communicating with all hospital departments. Assists nurses in carrying out physicians' orders. Collaborates with co-workers and maintains a cooperative attitude to help ensure optimum operation of the unit. Under the supervision of the registered nurse, assists patients with activities of daily living, provides basic care to patients, assists in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment, & performs accuchecks and EKG's as ordered by the physician or LIP. The unit assistant demonstrates the ability to provide clerical support and reception duties to enhance the delivery of patient care when needed. This will include: registering patients on the computer using Meditech, placing orders on the computer & working with the Materials Management Department to ensure the department is stocked at all times with supplies. The unit assistant demonstrates the ability to work under pressure and in situations that demand patience, tact, stamina, and endurance. The age category of the patients this incumbent has regular contact with includes neonatal (1 day - 28 days) through old age (85 yrs. - death). Assumes other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Demonstrated eligibility for employment in the United States.
High School diploma or equivalent with proof of certification as a Certified Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant.
Must be able to achieve BLS certification within 60 days of employment.
Ability to relate and work effectively with others.
Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for own growth and advancements.
Demonstrates verbal and written communication skills in English for interacting with patients, callers, and coworkers.
Demonstrates communication skills for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standards.
Demonstrates computer skills in utilizing word processing, integrated database and other functions.
Ability to use office machines and telephone systems.
Knowledge of medical terminology is required.
Demonstrates the ability to work efficiently and accurately in an atmosphere of frequent interruption.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience in a medical setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform clerical duties and maintain customer records.
Communicate with all hospital departments.
Assist nurses in carrying out physicians' orders.
Collaborate with co-workers and maintain a cooperative attitude.
Assist patients with activities of daily living.
Provide basic care to patients.
Assist in the maintenance of a safe and clean environment.
Perform accuchecks and EKG's as ordered by the physician or LIP.
Provide clerical support and reception duties.
Register patients on the computer using Meditech.
Place orders on the computer.
Work with the Materials Management Department to ensure the department is stocked at all times with supplies.
Work under pressure and in situations that demand patience, tact, stamina, and endurance.