Patient Care Tech | Post Surgical Unit | Days

Job Summary Full time Patient Care Technician – Post Surgical Unit, day shift (7:00 am – 7:00 pm). Assist patients with activities of daily living, provides basic nursing care to non-acutely ill patients and assists in maintenance of a safe and clean environment under the direction and supervision of the Registered Nurse in charge of the team and/or unit. Position Qualifications High school student or graduate or equivalent. Previous clinical experience preferred. Current certification in CPR. Possess the ability to follow established cleaning methods in performing daily tasks. Must be able to keep all equipment in good working condition. Medical Assistant or clinical training preferred. One year experience directly related to duties and responsibilities specified is preferred. Knowledge of patient care charts and patient histories. Patient Interviewing skills. Ability to perform standard clinical procedures according to established protocols. Knowledge of patient evaluation procedures. Ability to perform routine invasive procedures, such as venipuncture, and EKG. Ability to maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards. Ability to adapt to change quickly, strong knowledge base relative to surgery procedures and management of the surgical patient. Understands principles of aseptic technique and their implementation. #J-18808-Ljbffr United Surgical Partners International, Inc