Certified Patient Care Assistant PCA CNA PreOp PACU

Banner Health; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

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Job summary

A Healthcare Organization in Phoenix is seeking a Certified Patient Care Assistant PCA CNA for their Pre-Op PACU team. This part-time position involves providing essential care to patients before and after surgeries, ensuring their comfort and safety. The ideal candidate must have a high school diploma, BLS certification, and a current CNA license. Responsibilities include assisting with daily living activities and collecting patient data. Excellent communication skills and a strong understanding of medical terminology are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• Current BLS certification required.
• 1 year of medical clerical or customer service experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in activities of daily living.
• Collect patient specimens and data accurately.
• Perform procedures delegated by licensed professionals.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent

Current BLS certification

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Job description

Certified Patient Care Assistant PCA CNA PreOp PACU

Primary City/State: Phoenix, Arizona

Department Name: Perianesthesia - Hosp

Work Shift: Day

Job Category: Clinical Care

Employment Type: Part Time

Hours per Week: 20 (2x10s)

Shift Time: 0700-1730

Schedule: Varied, Monday‑Friday

On‑Call: No weekend or call required

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As a Certified Patient Care Assistant for our Pre‑Op PACU team, you are involved first‑hand in providing care that improves patient outcomes and experience while also providing a greater learning opportunity. You will be assigned to the Pre‑Op PACU unit, where you will help patients both before and after surgeries.

Responsibilities

• Assist in activities of daily living, including basic hygiene, mobility support, and nutritional intake assistance.
• Collect patient specimens and data—vital signs, input/output, and other delegated measurements—and document them accurately.
• Recognize and report abnormalities or changes in patient health status to licensed professionals.
• Perform procedures and use equipment delegated by licensed professionals, such as blood draws, Foley catheter removal, EKGs, and monitoring.
• Provide receptionist/clerical duties to support department efficiency and communicate with staff.
• Maintain complete patient records—admissions, transfers, discharges, progress notes, and consent forms—and ensure proper charting.
• Maintain supplies of office, dietary, and medical materials and reconcile orders upon delivery.
• Assist with patient transport to critical care units and participate in OR room turnover as needed.
• Work under supervision and manage responsibilities within the assigned unit in a fast‑paced, customer‑service‑focused environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in state of practice required for new hires and transfers.
• 1 year of medical clerical experience (hospital or physician office) or related customer service experience preferred.
• Excellent organizational, human‑relations, and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of medical terminology and computer literacy with keyboarding skills.
• Depending on assignment, a minimum passing score of 85% on ECG or EEG test and completion of an approved interpretation course or on‑the‑job training required.
• For behavioral health settings involving children, possession of an Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card and signed Arizona Criminal History Affidavit required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Arizona Licensed Nursing Assistant (LNA) licensure preferred.
• Recent healthcare experience preferred.
• Completion of an approved unit secretary program preferred.

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