What are the responsibilities and job description for the Patient Care Tech PreOp PACU PRN position at USPI - SurgCenter Dunedin?
SurgCenter Dunedin Is Seeking a Per Diem Patient Care Tech - PreOp/Pacu
DESCRIPTION
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.
BENEFITS
Our competitive salary and benefits package includes medical and dental insurance, 401(k), paid time off and life insurance.
Required Skills:
- 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
Experience:
- PCT or CNA: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- MA/CMA (Preferred)
Work Location: In person