Technician-Unit Support Adult Medical Unit - A7N FT Day Methodist

Indiana University Health; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health is seeking a Patient Care Assistant who provides direct patient care under the supervision of a Clinical Nurse and supports the patient care team on the unit. The role includes clerical duties, preparing and delivering supplies, signing patients in and out, and coordinating tests and procedures as assigned.

A high school diploma or GED is required, CPR may be required, and unit secretary training could be part of the onboarding.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma or GED.
• CPR certification may be required.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of infection control.
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, families and team members.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care under the direction of a Clinical Nurse.
• Perform unit clerical duties and support the patient care team.
• Schedule tests and procedures for patients and maintain records.
• Sign patients in and out of the unit and ensure proper documentation.
• Order, receive and deliver equipment and supplies for the patient care team.
• Provide continuous observation including suicide prevention as required.

Skills

Direct patient care

Teamwork

Communication

Basic computer skills

Infection control knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or GED

CPR certification (may be required)

Tools

Unit Secretary training program

Job description

Overview Provides a combination of direct patient care and unit clerical duties for the department. Administers care to designated patients under the direction of a Clinical Nurse and provides support to the patient care team. Ensures a clean and orderly environment for the patient. Provides information, directions and other assistance to physicians, patients, families, customers and vendors. May schedule tests and procedures for the patient, maintain patient records and sign patients in and out of the unit. May be responsible for the ordering, receiving and delivering of equipment and supplies for the patient care team. May be required to provide continuous observation including suicide prevention.

High School Diploma or GED is required. CPR May be required to complete Unit Secretary training program.

• Requires previous comparable acute patient care experience or successful completion of the IU Health PCA education program.
• Requires current Basic Life Support certification through the AHA or attainment at the completion of the IU Health PCA education program. Other advanced life support certifications may be required per unit/department specialty according to patient care policies.
• Requires basic knowledge of medical terminology.
• Requires knowledge of procedures and standards related to patient care activities.
• Requires knowledge of principles of infection control.
• Requires basic computer skills.

We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.