Patient Care Assistant - Temporary

340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH; United States; Sur place; USD 17 000 - 28 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH in Chandler is seeking a Part Time Patient Care Assistant to provide direct and indirect non‑professional nursing care in a clinic, hospital, institution or home setting under supervision. Primary duties include taking vital signs, assisting with daily living activities, charting and escorting patients.

This is a temporary, part‑time position at up to $19.71 per hour, with a 20‑hour work week and a variable schedule; applicants must have three years of

Qualifications

• Three years’ experience in providing patient care.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel as required.

Responsabilités

• Take vital signs and assist with activities of daily living.
• Chart observations and report pertinent changes in patient condition.
• Perform delegated or other specialized functions as educated.
• Escort patients to and from destinations within the facility.
• Maintain a clean, safe environment.
• Order, receive and store supplies; perform basic clerical tasks.
• Support follow-up activities and track clients; schedule appointments.

Connaissances

English language abilities

Observation & recording

Public health knowledge

Basic nursing techniques

Record keeping

Planning & organizing

Supervisory ability

Description du poste

Patient Care Assistant - Temporary Agency

340 OKLAHOMA STATE DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH Supervisory Organization 340 District 3

Job Posting End Date Refer to the date listed at the top of this posting, if available. Continuous if date is blank.

Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the posting end date above.

Estimated Appointment End Date (Continuous if Blank)

Full/Part-Time Part time

Job Type Temporary

Compensation The hourly rate for this position is up to $19.71.

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The Oklahoma State Department of Health (OSDH) is committed to leading Oklahoma to prosperity through health. Our mission is to protect and promote health, prevent disease and injury, and cultivate conditions by which Oklahomans can thrive. Check out why we are passionate about public health and believe it is the career for you!!!

Job Description

Location: Chandler – 101 Meadow Ln, Salary: up to $19.71 per hour, based on education and experience

Full Time /Part Time: Part Time Work Schedule: Monday – Friday Primary Hours: 20 hours a week, no set schedule at this time, schedule may vary.

Position Description

The Patient Care Assistant – Temporary is responsible for providing direct and indirect non-professional nursing care or outreach services in a clinic, hospital, institution or home setting under nursing or medical supervision. This includes performing duties such as taking vital signs, obtaining lab specimens, charting, escorting patients, assisting with activities of daily living, and ordering and receiving supplies.

Position Responsibilities/Essential Functions

• Performs direct nursing tasks including taking vital signs, assisting with activities of daily living and hygiene needs, and obtaining certain lab specimens.
• Charts observations and activities, reporting pertinent changes in the patient’s condition.
• Perform delegated or other specialized functions as educationally prepared.
• Escorts patients to and from various destinations.
• Assists in maintaining and providing a clean, safe environment.
• Orders, receives and stores supplies and performs basic clerical functions.
• Participates in follow-up activities and tracks clients, schedules appointments and performs other related tasks.
• Provides case finding and recruiting of at-risk people for comprehensive health services.
• Being present at the office is an essential function of the job.
• Other duties as assigned.

Other Duties

Demonstrates knowledge of and supports mission, vision, value statements, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and the code of ethical behavior. Works effectively in team environment, participating and assisting their peers.

Minimum Qualifications

• Applicants must be willing and able to perform all job-related travel normally associated with this position and possess a valid driver’s license.
• Three years’ experience in providing patient care.

Application Requirements

If education, certification or licensure is required to meet qualifications, applicants must provide documentation at the time of application.

All applicants are subject to a background check and must be legally authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Valued Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required at this level

• Knowledge of the English language to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability is required to record observations and activities, to follow oral and written directions, and establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
• Knowledge of public health services available to the community; of record keeping; of the techniques of interviewing, of basic nursing practices and techniques; of basic methods of sanitation and personal hygiene; and of medical terminology.
• Ability is required to apply basic nursing techniques.
• Required knowledge of planning and organizing work assignments.
• Ability is also required to monitor and direct the work of others; to judge a situation accurately and adopt an effective course of action.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Being present at the office is an essential function of the job. Work is typically performed in an office setting with climate-controlled settings and exposure to moderate noise levels. While performing the duties of the job, employees are required to talk, stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. This position requires long periods of sitting and daily use of computers and phones. Employees must be willing to complete all job-related travel associated with this position.

Equal Opportunity Employment

The State of Oklahoma is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of genetic information, race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, or disability.

Current active State of Oklahoma employees must apply for open positions internally through the Workday Jobs Hub.

Oklahoma State Government is the largest employer in the state of Oklahoma, employing over 35,000 diverse and talented employees in more than 100 state agencies, boards and commissions. Our workplaces can be found across the state from Boise City to Idabel, Hollis to Miami, and everywhere in between. To learn more about our state agencies, visit here.

Industries

Government Administration

Worker Size

10,001+ Employees

Headquarters

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

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