Unit Assistant PRN (As Needed) Med/Surg

Baptistfirst; Prattville (AL); On-site; USD 2,066,400 - 2,892,960; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health is seeking a Unit Assistant PRN for the Med/Surg unit at Prattville Baptist Hospital. The role supports nursing staff, assists with telemetry rhythm monitoring, and participates in charting and rhythm strip posting as needed.

The position emphasizes strong communication, clerical skills, and the ability to assist multiple care team members in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; EKG rhythm education course completed.
• One year of clerical experience preferred.
• Knowledge of basic medical terminology and patient care processes is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Assist RNs, LPNs, PCTs and physicians in patient care.
• Monitor patient heart rhythms on telemetry and interpret dysrhythmias.
• Assist with recording rhythm strips and related charting.

Skills

EKG rhythm interpretation

Clerical experience

Computer skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

## Unit Assistant PRN (As Needed) Med/SurgApplyremote type: 1- Onsitelocations: Prattville Baptist Hospitaltime type: PRNposted on: Posted 2 Days Agojob requisition id: JR104030Baptist 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.**Highlights:****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 PRN (As Needed) Med/SurgUnit Assistant**Job Type:**PRN-PRN**Shift**:First Shift (United States of America)