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Company: UAMS
Location: Little Rock, AR
Career Level: Entry Level
Industries: Healthcare, Pharmaceutical, Biotech

Description

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Closing Date:

11/15/2024
Type of Position:
Job Type: Regular
Work Shift: Night Shift (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:

No
Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences


The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

  • Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
  • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
  • Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
  • Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
  • Career Training and Educational Opportunities
  • Merchant Discounts
  • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
 

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.


Department: ICE | MUSL | TOSH Inpatient


Department's Website:


Summary of Job Duties: This posting will fill multiple positions.
Shift: 12 hour Nights Shift

The Orthopedic & Spine Hospital (TOSH), UAMS Health's brand-new surgical hospital is looking for passionate patient care technicians who are ready to join a team that's redefining quality care. The Patient Care Technician (PCT) is a trained member of the unit-based team who supports the on-going delivery of care as identified by the multidisciplinary Patient Management Team. The PCT works under the direct supervision of the R.N. and performs tasks and duties which do not require a license, professional judgment or intervention. The PCT must pass the required competencies.
Qualifications: Minimum Qualifications:
  • High School Diploma/GED PLUS successful completion of PCT course within 3 months of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Health Care Experience. Patient Care Experience. Certified Nursing Assistant or Military Corpsman.

  • Excellent communication skills, basic computer skills, strong work ethics and accountability.

  • Experience in an ambulatory care setting ​

  • CPR Certified/Licensed.


Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

  • Assists patients and visitors with information and issues.

  • Notifies appropriate staff members of problems requiring prompt intervention

  • Obtains patient report communicates with nursing staff regarding patient care/changes in condition.

  • Informs nurses of patient requests or complaints

  • Documents patient care activities/tasks, including vital signs, activities of daily life (ADL), wave tests, and input and output (I&Os)

  • Provides appropriate grooming/oral hygiene and comfort measures and assists patients with activities

  • Monitors and maintains adequate levels of supplies inside and outside of rooms.

  • Prepares treatment rooms for examinations

  • Assists with admission, transfer, and discharge of patients. Transports patients to other areas of the hospital as directed

  • Serves as resources person to support department members in performance of duties

  • Performs other duties as assigned

They will also be cross-trained as an IA, the face of the nursing unit who serves to greet each and every guest making them feel welcome and helping to keep them informed. The Information Associate (IA) maintains order on the unit by routing new orders and consults, answering call lights and meeting the paging needs of the units, monitoring for and meeting patient needs thus helping to ensure patient flow through the unit is seamless. The IA also performs admission and discharge duties, reconciles and enters patient charges, performs data entry, helps with stocking/ cleaning, and does telemetry and video monitoring,. The IA is responsible and accountable for the tone of the nursing unit.

Physical Requirements:

Stand: Frequently

Sit: Occasionally

Walk: Frequently

Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead: Occasionally

Lift and carry weight: 100+ lbs.

Push and pull weight: 100+ lbs.

Use hands to touch, handle or feel: Frequently

Talk: Frequently

Hear: Continuously

Taste or smell: Occasionally

Read, concentrate, and think analytically: Continuously

Physical Environment: Inside Medical Facility Environment

Noise Level: Moderate

Visual Requirements: Color discrimination, Depth perception, Far visual acuity, Near visual acuity


Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience


Required Documents to Apply:

Resume


Optional Documents:

Proof of Veteran Status
Special Instructions to Applicants:


Recruitment Contact Information:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.


All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.


Pre-employment Screening Requirements:


This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 


Constant Physical Activity:
Frequent Physical Activity:
Occasional Physical Activity:
Benefits Eligible: Yes


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