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Job Title:
Patient Care Associate, Dodd Rehab, General and Stroke Rehabilitation
Department:
University Hospital | 4 Dodd Hall, General and Stroke Rehabilitation
Scope of Position
The Ohio State University Medical Center is committed to enhancing the quality of care provided to patients. The Patient Care Associate (PCA) functions as an integral member of a team of care providers on a patient care unit, who reflect a culture of cooperation, enthusiasm, and mutual respect. The team, consisting of the RN-PCC, the Patient Care Associate (PCA), Student Nursing Assistant (SNA) and the Unit Clerical Associate (UCA) provides patient care and supportive services that are directed towards achievement of patient care outcomes, maximizing the patient’s involvement in his/her own plan of care, improving service levels, reducing the length of hospitalization, and decreasing costs. Patients and their family will experience the benefits of patient focused care through the integrated skills of all care team members.
Position Summary:
The PCA is responsible for providing a variety of direct and indirect patient care activities as supervised and directed by the Registered Nurse. Care is provided in collaboration with the patient, family, and other members of the patient focused care team. Overall responsibilities are to assist the team in meeting patient care needs.
Minimum Qualifications
For Hire:
High school Graduate or GED certificate required. One year of experience as a hospital aide, EMT certification, completion a military corpsman training program with direct patient cared experience required or successful completion of the PCA training course required. Experience in an acute care environment preferred.
On going:
Demonstrated competence to meet essential job functions. Maintains knowledge related to patient care issues, quality improvement, cost reduction, and current policies, procedures, and protocols. Meets mandatory educational and health requirements. Demonstrates computer skills required to meet job functions.
Function: Clinical Support
Sub-Function: Patient Care Services
Band: Individual Contributor – Technical
Level: T2
Additional Information:
Location:
Dodd Hall (0171)
Position Type:
Regular
Scheduled Hours:
24
Shift:
Rotating Shift
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be required during the post offer process.
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