Unit Assistant Full Time Emergency Department

Baptist Health - Central Alabama; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health - Central Alabama is seeking a Unit Assistant for the Emergency Department at Prattville Baptist Hospital. The role supports RN/LPN/PCT and physicians in patient care, with telemetry rhythm monitoring and rapid dysrhythmia interpretation.

The position emphasizes accuracy in records and coordination with the nursing team to ensure smooth patient flow and safety throughout the shift.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Prior training in EKG rhythm strip interpretation preferred.
• Completion of EKG rhythm education course required.
• One year of clerical experience preferred.
• Hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN, LPN, PCT and Physicians in patient care processes.
• Support nursing staff in monitoring telemetry heart rhythms.
• Interpret dysrhythmias and notify nursing staff promptly.
• Assist with recording and posting rhythm strips as needed.

Skills

Body mechanics

Safety principles

EKG terminology

Customer service

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

EKG rhythm education course

Clerical experience (1 year)

Job description

Baptist Health is the largest healthcare system serving central Alabama, providing comprehensive hospital-based and outpatient services to nearly 60 percent of the residents in Montgomery, Autauga and Elmore counties.

To learn more about Baptist Health, visit us at https://www.baptistfirst.org.

Summary

This position is responsible for the efficient operation of the health care unit through demonstration of consistent organizational and communication skills. This position assists RN's, LPN's, PCT's and Physicians in the patient care process. The Unit Assistant assists the nursing staff in monitoring the heart rhythms of patients on telemetry. The ability to interpret dysrhythmias and respond quickly and appropriately in the notification of nursing staff is essential. Some record keeping and posting of rhythm strips may be required.

Education / Experience

High School diploma or equivalent required. Prior training in EKG rhythm strip interpretation preferred. Completion of EKG rhythm education course required. One year of clerical experience preferred. Previous Hospital experience preferred.

License / Certification

None

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of body mechanics and basic safety, principles of physical care and comfort.
• Medical terminology training preferred.
• Ability to resolve customer complaints and concerns.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Working Conditions/Physical Requirements

Position requires sitting for 20% of the workday and mobility 80% of the workday.

There is occasional stooping, bending, kneeling, and crouching.

There is frequent reaching, use of hands and repetitive action.

Requires occasional lifting or carrying up to 50 pounds, pushing/pulling up to 150 pounds.

There is a continuous need for speaking with clear diction and hearing sensitivity in conversation either by phone or in person.

Continuous visual acuity at close and distant range.

Inside protected from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes. Minimal noise levels.

Much exposure to computer work. Must be able to demonstrate manual dexterity in use of keyboard.

Occasional exposure to risk of electrical shock.

Some exposure to infectious disease while performing job-related tasks.

Some exposure to hazardous chemicals. Occasional exposure to radiation.

Primary Location

Prattville Baptist Hospital

Job

Unit Assistant Full Time Emergency Department

Unit Assistant

Job Type: Regular-Full time

Shift: First Shift (United States of America)