Clinical Associate - Vascular PACU - FT

Clinical Associate - Vascular PACU - FT (Open)

The Clinical Associate performs clinical and clerical support. Provides basic technical clinical services and clerical support in the delivery of quality patient care as directed by licensed staff, physician or mid-level practitioner. Performs basic clinical services relating to the care, cleanliness, safety, and comfort of patients. The Clinical Associate may be approved with phlebotomy tasks with the proper certification, department need and leadership consent.

Cardiovascular PACU (CVPACU) and PAPA (CVPAPA) provide comprehensive preoperative and recovery services for cardiovascular and thoracic operating rooms. CVPAPA and CVPACU services as a multicultural patient population ranging from adolescents to geriatrics with suspected or confirmed cardiovascular disease. The complexity of our patient is due to the prevalence of multipole comorbidities: cardiovascular, diabetes, peripheral vascular, lung disease, and renal disease.

This position is full time, working day shift Monday - Friday.

The Clinical Associate:

• Performs clinical and clerical support. Provides basic technical clinical services and clerical support in the delivery of quality patient care as directed by licensed staff, physician or mid-level practitioner. Performs basic clinical services relating to the care, cleanliness, safety, and comfort of patients. The Clinical Associate may be approved with phlebotomy tasks with the proper certification, department need and leadership consent. Will also be required to perform other department/unit specific tasks.
• Exhibits competent knowledge of EMR and assists with chart audits.
• Reviews medical record and provider orders.
• Orders department/unit supplies and equipment and stocks/organizes supplies.
• Collects patient assessment data to include height, weight, vital signs, chief complaint/symptoms, current medications, etc. for assessment by licensed staff
• Processes equipment between patients as needed (cleans unit based equipment and gathers supplies needed to operate equipment).
• Operates and maintains general office equipment.
• Transports patients through building.
• Assists with maintaining regulatory compliance (refrigerator, code cart checks, glucose meters, equipment room storage, etc.).
• Provides basic nursing care and performs advanced technical skills according to established standards.
• Provides support for department/unit staff scheduling, including lunch assignments.
• As competencies are appropriate, will manage admissions, transfers, and discharges. Coordinates patient flow into/out of area using department/unit specific software and Intranet.
• Serves as "face" of the unit, adheres to dress code and exhibits service excellence behaviors at all times.
• Demonstrates excellent telephone etiquette and interpersonal skills when answering phones and interacting with patients, visitors, physicians, and other health professionals.
• Receives and screens incoming calls via telephone and patient call system. Routes calls to appropriate individuals and takes messages accurately.
• Serves as a resource for department/unit software system.
• Clinical Associates may be assigned to transports patients independently monitoring the patient's condition in route and during procedures. May monitor and interpret EKG rhythms. Utilizes transportation algorithm to determine appropriate follow-up for emergent and /or urgent patient needs.
• Clinical Functions
• May perform unit-based patient care tasks for patients per competencies if trained (define tasks).
• Participates in the sitter process (if competencies appropriate).
• Competencies appropriate for monitor tech, if deemed necessary in specific department:
• Observes cardiac monitors as assigned. Interprets and documents rhythm patterns on a routine basis. Reports arrhythmias and significant rate and rhythm changes to the RN. Completes documentation/placement on monitor flowsheet and files in paper chart. Applies monitoring equipment to patients and ensures correct functioning.
• Contributes to the orientation and career development of others. As a team member, demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy in each encounter with patients, families, visitors, and other employees.
• Champions Carilion's mission, vision, and values; comply with the policies and procedures, ethical standards and code of conduct set forth by the company.

Education: High school graduate or equivalent.

Experience:

Licensure, Certification, and/or Registration: If employee is working in a Critical Access Area, a Certified Nursing Assistant (N.A.) is required. Must have successfully completed a N.A. course or successfully completed N.A. course with Carilion. Successful completion of Monitor Technician courses through Carilion required if working in a monitored area. Successful completion of phlebotomy and sheath courses through Carilion required if working in areas where the skill set is required. Life Support: AHA BLS-HCP required.

Other Minimum Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications Effective interpersonal, communication, and team-working skills required. Must be organized and self-motivated. Must have knowledge of office procedure and equipment.

Compensation Range:

$18.70 - $26.18

Employee pay is based on a variety of factors, including qualifications, credentials, education, and prior work experience. The compensation range does not include benefits or pension plan.

Benefits, Pay and Well-being at Carilion Clinic

Carilion understands the importance of prioritizing your well-being to help you develop and thrive. That's why we offer a well-rounded benefits package, and many perks and well-being resources to help you live a happy, healthy life – at work and when you're away.

When you make your tomorrow with us, we'll enhance your potential to realize the best in yourself. Below are benefits available to you when you join Carilion:

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits
• Employer Funded Pension Plan, vested after five years (Voluntary 403B)
• Paid Time Off (accrued from day one)
• Onsite fitness studios and discounts to our Carilion Wellness centers
• Access to our health and wellness app, Personify Health
• Discounts on childcare
• Continued education and training