Patient Care Technician - Perinatal Mother/Baby

Updated: about 6 hours ago
Location: Little Rock, ARKANSAS
Job Type: FullTime

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Closing Date:

06/08/2024

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Nursing

Job Type:

Regular

Work Shift:

Shift Vary (United States of America)

Sponsorship Available:


No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences


The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only ):

  • Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
  • Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
  • Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
  • Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
  • Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
  • Career Training and Educational Opportunities
  • Merchant Discounts
  • Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department:

ICE | WISL Nursing Srv Perinatal IP C


Department's Website:



Summary of Job Duties:

The Patient Care Technician (PCT) is a trained member of the unit based team who supports the on-going delivery of care as identified by the multidisciplinary Patient Management Team. The PCT works under the direct supervision of the R.N. and performs tasks and duties which do not require a license, professional judgment or intervention. The PCT must pass the required competencies. The PCT works within the Department of Nursing standards. The PCT adheres to UAMS clinical programs, policies, procedures and standards and guest care guidelines.

Qualifications:

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School, GED or formal educational equivalent

  • Ability to follow Oral Instructions, Read and Write

  • Ability to communicate with staff, patient/families following Guest CARE guidelines

  • CPR Certification (BCLS) within 3 months of employment

  • Successful completion of patient care technician course within 3 months of hire

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Certification as a nursing assistant or military corpsman

  • Patient care experience in acute care setting

  • Computer experience desired



Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

  • Meet and greet all persons to the maternal-infant division

  • Maintain security of unit through A-phone system

  • Direct and escort visitors to appropriate areas

  • Complete check in procedure for all visitors to the maternal-infant division

  • Perform visitor and sibling screens as needed

  • Facilitate entry of visitors to all secured areas

  • Make parent/visitor badges as needed

  • Answer and transfer phone calls 

  • Admit out-patient babies for procedures and out-patient maternal consults

  • Relieve co-workers for breaks and lunch

  • Assist co-worker with high volume at patient services desk

  • Complete admission process to include assembling chart for NICU inpatient and

  • assist with F5 MBU maternal and infant patients

  • Breakdown patient charts after discharge

  • Copy patient chart for infant transfer to ACH and other units

  • Check tube station every 15 minutes and deliver contents to appropriate personnel

  • Refill paper in copiers, printers, and fax machines

  • Print and restock patient labels in notebook at patient services desk

  • Perform hearing screens and complete all associated paperwork

  • Print bed control report

  • May perform other duties as assigned


Salary Information:

Salary commensurate with education and experience.


Required Documents to Apply:

Resume


Optional Documents:


List of three Professional References (name, email, business title)

Special Instructions to Applicants:


Recruitment Contact Information:


Please contact [email protected]  for any recruiting related questions.


All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.



Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Annual TB Screening, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing


This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 



Constant Physical Activity:

Crouching, Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Kneeling, Lifting, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Pulling, Pushing, Reaching, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Stooping, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Feeling, Grasping, Hearing, Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sharps, Sitting, Standing, Talking, Walking

Occasional Physical Activity:

Crouching

Benefits Eligible:

Yes