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The University of Notre Dame (ND.jobs) is accepting applications for a Limited Term Patient Care Assistant.

Applications will be accepted until 8/25/2022.

This is a limited term position ending 06/30/2023

University Health Services is a dynamic, fast-paced college health practice committed to providing excellent health care to the students of the University of Notre Dame. The Patient Care Assistants (PCA) are valued members of the UHS team and work collaboratively with our providers, nurses, support staff, and administrators. PCAs work under the direct supervision of providers and nurses by assisting in the rendering of patient care services. The PCA supports all aspects of services provided by demonstrating respect and dignity of the patient, reflecting the unique character of the Notre Dame community, and sponsoring the teachings of the Catholic Church.

Direct Patient Care: Under the supervision of a provider, the PCA will :

• perform all relevant patient care duties, including obtaining and documenting the following: vitals signs, patient chief complaint, current medications and allergies
• assist in examination and treatment of patients, and acquire highly specialized skills in this capacity
• perform diagnostic procedures, including: 12 lead EKGs, pulmonary function tests, hearing tests, Snellen vision screening, and CLIA-waived laboratory testing such as rapid strep test, rapid influenza test, rapid mono test, urine dip screening, swab cultures, COVID rapid antigen test, pregnancy test, and blood glucose testing
• assist with therapeutic treatment of patients, including: crutch fitting and education, heat/cold therapy, ultrasound injections, and application of durable medical equipment, such as extremity splint fitting
• documents all care they provide in the electronic medical record
• potential for a trained and qualified PCA to perform nebulizer treatments, Elephant ear washes, phlebotomy, immunization injections, and suture/staple removal under the supervision of supervisor

Indirect Patient Care:

• Prepares exam, treatment and procedure rooms for patient care provided by any member of the UHS team by cleaning/sanitizing the room and setting up appropriately for the next patient visit.
• Prepares for specialty gynecology/PAP exams by obtaining provider specific instruments, and setting up wet prep/KOH diagnostic procedures.
• Obtains provider-specific disposable and non-disposable items needed for suturing (each provider has unique needs).
• Prepares liquid nitrogen for wart removal, and cares of the safety of the procedure and supplies.
• Cleans and sterilizes surgical instruments; monitors, disposes, and replaces biohazard and sharp containers, monitors use and inventory of linen, and maintains autoclave for sterilization of equipment.
• Inspects, cleans, and monitors equipment.
• Monitors supply inventory and restocks rooms and closets as needed.
• Relied upon to report deficiencies to supervisor.
• Labels specimens and transports to lab.
• Assists provider in obtaining patient consents.

Professional standards:

• Maintains medical records and other healthcare documents according to patient-privacy requirements to assure patient confidentiality.
• Participates in quality improvement activities consistent with other members of the clinical staff. Maintains basic CPR life-saving certification.

Duties as otherwise assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma or GED
1 to 2 years experience

Preferred Qualifications:
1 to 2 years experience in physician office or hospital preferred. CPR with AED certification (will be provided if necessary).

ABOUT NOTRE DAME:
The University of Notre Dame, founded in 1842 by Rev. Edward F. Sorin, C.S.C., of the Congregation of Holy Cross, is an independent, national Catholic university located in Notre Dame, Ind. For the fifth consecutive year, the University of Notre Dame has received Honor Roll distinctions as one of the top 10 higher education workplaces in the country in the Chronicle of Higher Education's annual "Great Colleges to Work For" survey...and we are proud of it!

This appointment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Applicants will be asked to identify all felony convictions and/or pending felony charges. Felony convictions do not automatically bar an individual from employment. Each case will be examined separately to determine the appropriateness of employment in the particular position. Failure to be forthcoming or dishonesty with respect to felony disclosures can result in the disqualification of a candidate. The full procedure can be viewed at https://facultyhandbook.nd.edu/?id=link-73597.

Equal Opportunity Employment StatementThe University of Notre Dame seeks to attract, develop, and retain the highest quality faculty, staff and administration. The University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and is committed to building a culturally diverse workplace. We strongly encourage applications from female and minority candidates and those candidates attracted to a university with a Catholic identity. Moreover, Notre Dame prohibits discrimination against veterans or disabled qualified individuals, and requires affirmative action by covered contractors to employ and advance veterans and qualified individuals with disabilities in compliance with 41 CFR 60-741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60-300.5(a).

APPLICATION PROCESS:
Please apply online at http://ND.jobs to Job # S23096. For additional information about working at the University of Notre Dame and various benefits available to employees, please visit http://hr.nd.edu/why-nd. The University of Notre Dame supports the needs of dual career couples and has a Dual Career Assistance Program in place to assist relocating spouses and significant others with their job search.
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