Patient Care Tech (CNA/HUC) - Same Day Surgery

imh; Utah; On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Learning & Development

Wellness/Employee Assistance

Employee Discounts

Job summary

Intermountain Health Utah Valley Hospital in Provo, Utah is seeking a part-time Patient Care Tech and Health Unit Coordinator to support the patient care team in the Same Day Surgery unit. The role combines clinical tasks with clerical coordination, offering a hands-on environment, flexible 10-hour shifts, and a starting pay of $18.40 per hour, with potential growth based on CNA experience.

Join a team focused on safety, patient comfort, and efficient unit flow, while gaining exposure to

Qualifications

• Current CNA certification in Utah.
• BLS certification for healthcare providers.
• Basic computer literacy.
• Written and verbal communication skills.
• Six months CNA experience (preferred).
• Experience using electronic medical records (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide basic patient care tasks (toileting, bathing, ambulating, comfort measures).
• Assist with admission, discharge, and transfer of patients.
• Deliver excellent customer service to patients and families.
• Record patient care findings and data in a timely manner.
• Report changes in patient condition promptly.
• May perform telemetry duties on certain units.
• Serve as unit receptionist and assist with clerical duties.
• Collaborate with RN and interdisciplinary team to ensure safe care.

Skills

CNA

BLS

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Education

CNA certification program

Job description

Job Description

This position functions as both a Patient Care Tech (PCT) and Health Unit Coordinator (HUC). A Patient Care Tech functions as a clinical support partner assisting the patient care team by performing various tasks and procedures as instructed by a licensed professional. A Health Unit Coordinator, under the direction of nursing leadership, facilitates unit organization and patient care by assisting in the coordination of patient, nursing, physician and other health care provider office and clerical activities.

Location

Utah Valley Hospital – Provo, Utah

Department/Unit

Same Day Surgery

Shifts

Part-time | 10 hours/week | 10-hour shifts

Schedule

Days, Monday through Friday - no weekends or major holidays

Pay

Starting at $18.40+ (based on patient care experience)

Benefits

Not benefits eligibl e

Perks

401(k), Learning & Development, Wellness/Employee Assistance, and Employee Discounts

Intermountain Health's Same Day Surgery (SDS) and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU)provide pre- and post-operative care for patients undergoing same-day procedures. Be part of a team where cutting-edge surgical care with advanced technology and techniques, ensuring precision, safety, and optimal outcomes for every patient.

Job Essentials

Patient Care

• Prioritizes and delivers basic patient care which may include toileting, bathing, linen and clothing changes, fresh water and ice, ambulating, comfort measures, and other patient needs.
• Assists with admission, discharge, and transfer of patients.
• Provides excellent customer service when responding to patient and family requests.
• Reports and records patient care findings and data in a timely manner.
• Reports changes in the patient condition quickly and secures qualified assistance as needed.
• Based on unit, may also be responsible for telemetry duties.
• Can function as a patient care attendant by monitoring patient, taking care of patient care needs, and involving other members of the patient care team as needed.
• When working on a clinical unit, may be required to take medications from the delivery system to the RN.

Collaboration

• Collaborates and consults with RN and other members of the interdisciplinary team for best patient care.
• Demonstrate effective teamwork, prioritization, communication, and organization.
• Performs non-nursing duties as delegated (e.g., cleaning, stocking, answering phones, clerical support, providing directions).
• Implements plan of care as delegated.
• Performs assigned duties within Scope of Practice and performs specialized procedures with skill validation and according to regulatory standards.
• Fosters a safe environment by complying with the safety policy and taking appropriate action in an emergency.

Patient Care Support and Clerical Activities

• Answer patient call lights.
• Schedules tests and treatments as ordered.
• May provide access control to visitor entrance to secure units.
• Answers unit telephones and disseminates information appropriately.
• Processes, organizes, files and maintains patient and unit records.
• Transcribes physician orders.
• Acts as unit receptionist.
• May organize, stock and maintain supplies on the unit.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) in the state of practice.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) for healthcare providers.
• Basic computer literacy skills.
• Written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Six months CNA experience.
• Basic computer skills.
• Experience using electronic medical records.

Physical Requirements

• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.
• Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc).
• May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

Certification Requirements

At the time of hire, Utah candidates must meet one of the following:

• Certified Nursing Assistant Certification in the state of Utah
• Completion of a recent Certified Nursing Assistant Training Program
• Completion of a Fundamentals of Nursing Course

If CNA certificate is expired, must be renewed before start date.

Verification of CNA program completion is required (program must have been completed within the past (1) year). CNA certification must be obtained within 120 days of hire.

Must have earned a passing grade within the past two (2) years. Official transcript is required. CNA certification must be obtained within 120 days of hire.

Location

Intermountain Health Utah Valley Hospital

Work City

Provo

Work State

Utah

Scheduled Weekly Hours

10

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.

$18.40 - $23.92

We care about your well-being - mind, body, and spirit - which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

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