Patient Care Technician

Post Anesthesia Care Unit

Full Time

77470BR

Job Summary

The Patient Care Technician assigned to the Phlebotomy/EKG team will:

• Perform venipuncture using proper technical skills and equipment; label specimens accurately and arrange for timely delivery to the laboratory
• Perform EKGs, including appropriate documentation
• Maintain all records and equipment pertinent to the activities of the Phlebotomy/EKG team
• Maintain and enhance the Phlebotomy/EKG Team Program through team building with nursing and other disciplines
• Identify opportunities to improve quality and services of the Phlebotomy/EKG team
• Provide patient care within the scope of the Patient Care Technician job description

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Department Description

The Parnassus Perianesthesia Department at Parnassus operates a fast-paced, high-volume care unit with 37 combined Preop and PACU beds and a dedicated procedural bay for patients undergoing cardioversion, TEE, and electroconductive therapy. The department serves up to 80 patients daily undergoing surgical specialties, such as General Surgery, Orthopedics, Neurosurgery, Cardiac, and more. Additionally, it manages patients from patient procedural areas like cardiac catheterization, endoscopy suites, and MRI.

Required Qualifications

• Current Patient Care Technician, Phlebotomy technician, EKG technician, or comparable acute care hospital experience
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• Ability to satisfactorily perform job duties as defined in the job description
• Willingness to be taught/learn new skills
• Ability to understand and communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic computations (addition and subtraction)
• Ability to organize and effectively set priorities
• Ability to carry out duties of first responder in emergency situations
• Successful completion of Medical Center Phlebotomy/EKG Training Program

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of medical terminology appropriate to the responsibilities of the job

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what’s possible for the patients we serve – a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report – UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence – also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity – both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Job Code and Payroll Title

009231 PAT CARE TCHN

Job Category

Support Services, Technical & Technologist

Bargaining Unit

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees - Patient Care Technical Unit (AFSCME-EX)

Location

Parnassus Heights (SF)

Shift

Days, Evenings, Nights, Weekends