Unit Clerk / PCS / CNA / 4S / FT / Varied

UHS Physician Careers; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging and rewarding work env

Career development opportunities

Competitive Compensation

Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and

401(K) with company match

Generous Paid Time Off

Free Basic Life Insurance

Job summary

Northwest Texas Healthcare System in Amarillo, TX, is seeking a Back Unit Clerk / PCS / CNA for full-time, varied shifts. You will assist the RN with age-appropriate care plans, provide clerical support, and coordinate unit needs in a patient-centered care environment.

The role emphasizes professionalism, safety, and effective communication with patients, families, staff, and physicians. A High School diploma and current BLS are required, with further health-unit coordinator training or related

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Typing test completion.
• Health Unit Coordinator training or medical terminology background.
• Current BLS certification on hire and maintained.
• HWC and Verbal De-escalation within 30 days of hire and maintained.
• Must possess CNA, EMT, LVN/ADN/BSN in progress, or Medical Assistant Certification.

Responsibilities

• Assists the RN with implementing an age-appropriate plan of care, based on patient condition and delegated tasks.
• Provides clerical support, medical records duties, and coordinates unit needs.
• Maintains professional behavior and contributes to a safe patient care environment.

Skills

English literacy

Communication skills

Patient care coordination

Education

High School Diploma

Typing test

Health Unit Coordinator training

Current BLS certification

HWC and Verbal De-escalation training

CNA Certification or EMT Certification or LVN/ADN/BSN in progress or Medical Assistant Certification

Job description

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Unit Clerk / PCS / CNA / 4S / FT / Varied

• AMARILLO, Texas
• Support Staff
• Varied
• 377234
• Northwest Texas Healthcare System

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Job Description

Northwest Texas Healthcare System is a 495 bed system serving the city of Amarillo and the surrounding region. We offer the ideal combination of traditional values and the most advanced technologies in healthcare, plus the conveniences of big city living in a friendly, smaller-town atmosphere. From the beauty of Palo Duro Canyon and great recreational facilities, to our quality educational system, Amarillo is a great place to live and work.

A hospital is only as good as its caregivers. That's why we're looking for health professionals who are dedicated and passionate about their work. We're looking for employees who can add to our culture of exemplary patient care and personal excellence. We're looking for exceptional professionals who share our vision and values.

Visit us online at: https://www.nwths.com/careers

Position Summary

Provides clerical and data management services for the Patient Care Unit as assigned, under the supervision of the Charge Nurse. Attends to the patient's direct care needs and performs tasks as delegated by the RN. Supports an organizational culture for Service Excellence and practices the Service Excellence Standards to all customer groups.

PROVISION OF SERVICES

• Assists the RN with implementation of an age appropriate plan of care through tasks routinely delegated by the RN, based on the patient’s condition and the individual’s skills. Maintains professional behavior when dealing with issues or conflicts, utilizing appropriate resources, as needed. Assists the RN to provide an environment conducive to safety for patients, visitors, and employees. The concepts of the patient centered care delivery model will provide the foundation for all nursing care. Provides clerical support, performs unit based medical records duties, and coordinates unit needs.

Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plan
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Generous Paid Time Off
• Free Basic Life Insurance

About Universal Health Services

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) is one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. Since our founding in 1979, UHS has grown steadily into a premier Fortune 500® corporation perennially recognized by multiple esteemed national rating entities. Through its subsidiaries, UHS operates inpatient acute care facilities, inpatient behavioral health facilities, outpatient and other facilities, nationwide virtual behavioral health services, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services with physical locations in the U.S., Puerto Rico, Ireland and United Kingdom. www.uhs.com.

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Qualifications

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to read, and write in English
• Ability to communicate with patients, families, staff, physicians, support agencies, and others
• Ability to remain calm under stress
• Ability to comprehend and follow instructions
• Bending, lifting (25 lbs. minimum), grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing, pulling, and squatting
• Quantitative/mathematical ability (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, standard/metric measurements)
• Sitting / standing for long periods of time
• Ability to repeatedly twist, squat, and stoop
• Reaching for and handling charts, reports and supplies
• Exposure to infectious organisms, agents and toxic chemicals

Education, Training, Experience And Licenses/Registrations Required

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Completion of typing test
• Previous experience with medical terminology or completion of Health Unit Coordinator course required
• Current BLS certification upon hire and maintain certification throughout employment
• HWC and Verbal De-escalation within 30 days of hire and maintain certification throughout employment
• Must possess one of the following:

• CNA Certificate or equivalent certificate
• 2 years experience providing patient care
• EMT Certification
• Currently enrolled in LVN, ADN, or BSN School of Nursing with completion of Fundamentals
• Medical Assistant Certification

DISCLAIMER

Northwest Texas Healthcare System, a subsidiary of UHS, is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. Please, no phone calls or emails. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at UHS via-email, the Internet or in any form and/or method without a valid written search agreement in place for this position will be deemed the sole property of UHS. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by UHS as a result of the referral or through other means.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

Pay Transparency

To encourage pay transparency, promote pay equity, and proactively address regulations, UHS and all our subsidiaries will comply with all applicable state or local laws or regulations which require employers to provide wage or salary range information to job applicants and employees. Salary offers may be based on key factors such as education and related experience.