Patient Care Tech CNA Observation Unit Full Time Night

UHS; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Washington, D.C. is seeking a Multi-Skilled Technician to perform direct patient care under the guidance of nurses. Candidates should possess a high school diploma and experience in medical settings, along with strong communication skills. This role offers competitive compensation and extensive benefits, including tuition reimbursement and growth opportunities within the organization.

Benefits

Challenging and rewarding work environment

Competitive Compensation

Career development opportunities

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

Generous Paid Time Off

401(K) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• At least six months of recent hospital or medical work experience for patient care activities.

Responsibilities

• Perform direct patient care tasks under supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Carry out non-invasive procedures, unless certified in phlebotomy.

Skills

Fundamental computer skills

Fluent English

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Critical thinking skills

Knowledge of medical terminology

Education

High School diploma

Completion of Certified Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant Course

Two years of nursing school

Job description

Responsibilities

THE GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL DESIGNATED A ‘BEST REGIONAL HOSPITAL’ BY U.S. NEWS & WORLD REPORT

Washington, D.C. – July 16, 2024 -- The George Washington University Hospital (GW Hospital) continues to be a leader in providing the highest level of quality and compassionate healthcare for the D.C. Region. U.S. News & World Report has released the 2024-2025 ratings and rankings, recognizing GW Hospital as a Best Regional Hospital with GW Hospital ranked 4th in the region, covering hospitals in D.C. and parts of Maryland, Virginia and West Virginia. GW Hospital achieved "high performing" status in six specialty areas: Neurology and Neurosurgery; Orthopedics; Pulmonology and Lung Surgery; Gastroenterology and Gastrointestinal Surgery; Urology; and Geriatrics, along with high performing designations for eight common procedures and conditions: Heart Failure; Heart Attack; Kidney Failure; Leukemia, Lymphoma, and Myeloma; Prostate Cancer Surgery; Stroke; Hip Fracture; and Diabetes. Measured by factors such as patient outcomes, patient experience, and level of nursing care, the designation recognizes performance that is significantly better than the national average.

Additionally in 2024, GW Hospital received the American College of Cardiology’s National Cardiovascular Data Registry (NCDR) Chest Pain – Myocardial Infarction (MI) Registry Platinum Performance Achievement Award.

U.S. News and World Report named GW Hospital a High Performing Hospital for Maternity Care (Uncomplicated Pregnancy) in 2024. This designation reflects a high standard of care for patients with uncomplicated pregnancies and is the highest award for U.S. News’ Best Hospitals for Maternity Care.

To be ranked as a Best Regional Hospital, a hospital or healthcare system must outperform peers in procedures and conditions evaluated by U.S. News & World Report, including risk-adjusted survival, patient experience, nursing care, and successful discharge to home. The annual Best Hospitals rankings help patients and clinicians make informed decisions.

GWUH offers comprehensive benefits such as:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation
• Career development opportunities across UHS and our 300+ locations
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision, and Prescription Drug Plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com

POSITION SUMMARY

• Performs direct patient care tasks under the direction of the Registered Nurse and performs various tasks as competency documentation designates. Position provides direct patient care limited to non-invasive procedures, unless specifically certified in phlebotomy.

Qualifications

Education/Qualification

• High School diploma
• At least six months of recent Hospital, long-term care, or medical work experience, which provided knowledge of basic patient-care activities related to Multi-skilled technician duties
• Completion of Certified Nursing Assistant, Medical Assistant Course, or two years of nursing school.

Skills

• Fundamental computer skills and keyboard familiarity
• Able to speak and write English Fluently
• Demonstrated communication, organization and critical thinking skills
• Knowledge of medical terminology

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. UHS was recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and operates acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, along with related services across the U.S., including Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom.

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