Patient Care Associate II (PRN) - Medical Oncology (Siteman South County)

Position Summary Prepares and maintains exam rooms, prepares charts, obtains records/information; assists with patient flow and ensures effective delivery of patient care and service for the clinical office. Job Description Primary Duties & Responsibilities Patient Care Interacts directly with patients in clinic setting and completes routine tasks that may include obtaining vital signs, phlebotomy, completion of tests and verification of medications. Communication and Documentation Directs the patient's flow assisting with various procedures/treatments and completes various documentation including requisitions. Routes phone messages, patient questions to the appropriate personnel. Assists with care coordination performing tasks such as calling patients with test results, scheduling, assisting with return calls and admissions; monitors new and returning patient contacts. Completes various paperwork. Answers basic questions regarding treatments, diagnosis and/or procedures. Equipment and Supplies Monitors supply inventory, ensures adequate supplies on hand, equipment or garments are available and that all meets required compliance standards. Cleans and stocks exam rooms and sterilizes equipment. Maintains required HIPAA compliance, skills/competencies and participates in in-services, staff programs, continuing education and cross training programs according to established standards and Washington University policies. Complies with OSHA, state and federal regulatory sources/standards. Participates in quality improvement activities to ensure appropriate clinical outcomes. Working Conditions Normal office environment. Exposure to blood-borne pathogens. Requires protective devices. Patient care setting. Direct patient care setting. Physical Effort Typically sitting at desk or table. Typically standing or walking. Typically bending, crouching, stooping. Repetitive wrist, hand or finger movement. Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less). Equipment Office equipment. Clinical/diagnostic equipment. Required Qualifications Education High school diploma or equivalent high school certification or combination of education and/or experience. Certifications / Professional Licenses Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross Work Experience Patient Care Support (1 Year) Skills Not Applicable Driver's License A driver's license is not required for this position. More About This Job Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within one month of hire date. Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements. Some healthcare training or coursework. Three years of related experience. Salary Range $16.40 - $23.70 / Hourly Grade C05-H Benefits Statement Please visit our website at to review our benefit eligibility criteria along with any applicable benefits. Pre-Employment Screening All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening. Accommodation If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email View email address on click.appcast.io or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at View phone number on click.appcast.io and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request. All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Questions For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ. EEO Statement Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr