Certified Patient Care Technician PCA Medical Surgical General
Company: Banner Health
Location: Mesa
Posted on: June 20, 2022
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Job Description:
Primary City/State:Mesa, ArizonaDepartment Name:
Med/Surg-Hosp-Genl Surg 3BWork Shift: DayJob Category:Clinical
CareSign on Bonus $1500.00You have a place in the health care
industry.-- At Banner Health, caring for people is at the core of
all we do.-- We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion.--
If that sounds like something you want to be a part of - apply
today!Bring your passion for patient care to our mission of making
health care easier. As an Adult Acute Care Patient Care
Assistant--you will be integral to our wonderful culture within a
Level 1 Trauma designated hospital. Your career will grow as you
are part of a team of likeminded individuals who have the
opportunity to impact change in departmental and shared leadership
committees.-- --As a Patient Care--Assistant in the General Surgery
unit, you will have the opportunity to provide care for an adult
patient population consisting of urology, plastics, gynecological
and abdominal cases. Overflow medical patients with simple
pneumonias, diabetes, renal disease, GI issues, and skin
disorders.Weekend rotations are required in this role. Enjoy a flat
rate $1/hour weekend shift differential and an 18%-night shift
differential when applicable. Located on an 80-acre campus in Mesa,
Arizona, Banner Desert Medical Center is one of Arizona's largest
and most comprehensive hospitals and is recognized by U.S. News and
World Report as one of Phoenix's Best Hospitals. We provide an
abundance of exceptional opportunities with more than 600 licensed
beds, including over 100 dedicated to children. Areas of excellence
include high-risk pregnancy and neonatal care, obstetrics and
gynecology, pediatrics, cardiology, oncology and emergency
medicine. With 21 operating rooms, we offer a full range of
surgical specialties and advanced technology that includes the
daVincir Surgical System. About Banner Children's Hospital at
Desert If you desire to provide the best care possible to the most
vulnerable patients, come to Banner Children's Hospital at Desert
in Mesa, Ariz. Within our 248-bed, state-of-the-art facility,
specially trained nurses, physicians and other clinical
professionals utilize the most advanced technology - including
iCare ICU monitoring and robotic surgery - to provide high quality,
child-friendly, family-centered care. Our facilities feature a
recently expanded 104-bed NICU, a 24-bed PICU, six pediatric ORs
and a 26-bed ED. We also offer dedicated pediatric rehab,
radiology, oncology and hematology capabilities. With clinical
diversity, exceptional training programs and a supportive culture,
this is a place where you can grow in your career as you help our
very special patients.POSITION SUMMARY:This incumbent provides
routine patient care to promote patient comfort and contributes to
the overall patient plan of care. This position is responsible for
on-going patient data collection and documentation in the medical
records. The position also performs a variety of support functions
which contribute to the overall efficient operation of the nursing
unit/department.CORE FUNCTIONS1. Assists with daily living
activities and completes necessary tasks to promote patient health,
including assisting patients with basic hygiene needs, maintaining
an optimum level of mobility and providing assistance with
nutritional intake as needed.2. Collects patient specimens and
data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated
measurements in accordance with policy and standards of care.
Documents objective data and routine aspects of patient care.
Assists in the transportation of patient specimens.3. Recognizes
and reports abnormalities and/or changes in the patient's health
status and responses to treatment to a licensed professional.
Promotes continuity of care by accurately and completely
communicating to other caregivers the status of patients for which
care is provided.4. Performs procedures and uses equipment as
delegated by a licensed professional, consistent with demonstrated
competencies and according to state scope of practice. Procedures
may include blood draws, foley catheter removal, IV removal, EKGs
and Health Unit Coordinator duties. Provides necessary supplies,
support and assistance to clinical staff and patients for
procedures, under the direct supervision of a licensed
professional.5. Performs receptionist/clerical duties to support
overall operating efficiency and effective flow of communication
and information throughout the department. Participates in the
resolution of customer problems or collects necessary data and
follows through to appropriate person for problem resolution.6.
Maintains adequate levels of office, dietary, and medical supplies
and completes requisition forms when supplies need to be ordered.
Reconciles supply order upon delivery. Monitors and tracks the use
and whereabouts of electronic equipment such as patient ID scanners
and lap top computers. Ensures that all are accounted for and in
working order.7. Based on area of assignment may assist with
transporting patients, including pre-operative and immediate
post-operative patients to critical care unit. Participates in room
turnover.8. Supports a fast-paced environment with a strong focus
on customer service. Interacts with staff at all levels, as well as
patients, families, and physicians.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONSHigh
school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge.Current BLS
certification is required.Must possess excellent organizational
skills, as well as effective human relations and communication
skills.Computer literacy and keyboarding skills are required. In
California: advanced skills are excluded.Employees working at
Banner Behavioral Health Hospital or BTMC Behavioral must possess
an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and
maintain the card for the duration of their employment.Employees
working at BUMG, BUMCT, or BUMCS in a Behavioral Health clinical
setting that serves children must possess an Arizona Fingerprint
Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain the card for the
duration of their employment. Employees working for Banner Home
Care/Hospice or Boswell Skilled Nursing Facility must possess an
Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and maintain
the card for the duration of their employment. Employees working at
Banner MD Anderson on the Banner University Medical Center Phoenix
campus must possess a State of Arizona Department of Public Safety
Level One Fingerprint Clearance Card at the time of hire and
maintain the card for the duration of their employment. This is a
requirement of the Whole Family Counseling Program held at this
specific facility.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONSRecent healthcare
experience preferred. Working knowledge of medical terminology is
preferred.Additional related education and/or experience
preferred.
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