Clinical Assistant Training Program

Overview What is a Clinical Assistant (CA)? CAs are an integral part of hands-on patient care. Working under the direction and supervision of a RN, they take and record vital signs, perform designated tests and collect patient samples, and support patients in activities of daily living. CAs meet patients and their families as they enter the unit, welcoming and acclimating them to the unit. CAs interact with unit staff, physicians, and other hospital department personnel. It is critical that CAs provide timely and accurate communication, accurate documentation, and maintain a harmonious, team oriented, customer friendly environment. CAs must be able to function competently in a computerized medical setting. Course Details 6-week full time status equivalent commitment. The Student will not be compensated for any absent days. 40 hours per week including every other weekend. 80 hours of class room time and 160 hours of “Hands on Learning” (Clinical Rotations). Week 1-2 Classroom: Clinical Assistant Basics at CVPH with exam, and PMCS (Preventing and Managing Crisis Situations) Training. Week 3–6 Clinical Rotations with hands on training experience. Demonstration and written type final exam. Must demonstrate competency of all components of current CA competencies and criteria. Must have attended all classroom sessions and may not have been absent in excess of 1 day not related to hospitalization, COVID diagnosis, or death of immediate family member during entire 6-week program. Upon Completion of Course: Students will have opportunity to “bid” into any vacant CA position in the Med/Surg Tower (R3- R7). Upon acceptance, students as new employees will be eligible for any sign on bonuses where applicable. Qualifications High School Diploma or GED required. Previous experience in customer service and people skills preferred. As applicable, the individual has training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of patients for which care is being provided. Job Details Seniority level: Internship Employment type: Full-time Job function: Health Care Provider Industries: Hospitals and Health Care Note: This listing may reference multiple related roles in the same posting. Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at The University of Vermont Health Network - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital. #J-18808-Ljbffr The University of Vermont Health Network - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital