Patient Care Tech / Health Unit Coordinator - Observation Department , per diem

UR Medicine’s Thompson Health is the premier healthcare provider in the Finger Lakes region. Our directors and education team are committed to your personal and professional growth. Every day is an opportunity to learn something new. You will enjoy a competitive salary and generous benefits, free onsite parking, an excellent staffing model and a modern, caring, high-tech environment.

Schedule: Day and Evening rotation, 12 hour shifts including alternating weekends.

 What will you do?

•  Performs basic nursing care tasks under the direction of the RN & performs unit secretarial and receptionist duties;

Required Job Specific Competencies:

• Demonstrates effective communication skills in gathering and disseminating information
• Demonstrates effective decision making and flexibility in prioritizing assignments
• Demonstrates effective computer skills and the ability to perform accurate order entry
• Demonstrates good organizational skills in maintaining the medical record
• Demonstrates the ability to perform patient care duties under the direction of the RN and within the scope of practice of the PCT

Qualifications:

• Ability to coordinate communication needs of the unit.
• Availability to work day, evening and overnight shifts in a rotating setting
• Available to work weekends & holidays

Education:

• High school graduate or equivalent
• Nurse Aide certificate or experience in bedside patient care in acute or long term care
• Medical terminology and introductory computer course desirable Experience:
• One year acute care experience preferred
• Previous clerical/receptionist experience desirable
• Demonstrates the CARES Values & Standards of Cooperation at all time.

 

Pay Range: $18.64 - $21.50

Starting Pay: Based on Experience

Thompson Health is an EOE encouraging women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply.