Hospital Assistant I - PACU, Westwood

Job Description

Description

Incumbent will perform duties as a Hospital Assistant to include. Major functions include : patient care; specimens, and equipment transport; patient transport; equipment maintenance, environmental sanitation, restocking supplies, cleaning soiled supplies, assist in code blue situation; ensuring adequate supply of pump, PCA’s, PCEA’s; assist RN / Charge RN in duties deemed necessary; demonstrate CICARE guidelines. Other duties include but are not limited to : customer service and departmental efficiencies.

Qualifications

1.     Knowledge of department specialty equipment (name, storage location, use, basic function, and trouble-shooting)

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2.     Strictly obeys the healthcare regulations for infection control : failure to adhere to these regulations will result in disciplinary action.

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3.     Consistently demonstrates a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.

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4.     Actively participates in Quality Management and PIE programs.

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5.     Consistently adheres to UCLA Operating Room Services policies and procedures.

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6.     Adheres to safety / department employee requirements : i.e. Infection Control Module, Staff Information Handbook, Tb screening, etc. Attends all inservices / workshops as requested. Attends and participates in required fire, safety, disaster, body mechanics, etc. classes and / or drills.

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7.     Always ensures a safe working environment for self and co-workers. Monitors and reports unsafe acts or conditions and takes appropriate proactive steps to resolve and / or report. Consistently maintains good guest relations interdepartmentally, intradepartmentally, using English language in both written and verbal format, uses good telephone etiquette, sensitive to co-workers, patients, physicians, and family members, consistently maintains a courteous and respectful manner, confidentiality of patients, healthcare or physician related information

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8.     Maintains a positive attitude and behavior : efficient and productive with time utilization.  Strives to be a team player.  Adapts to change in workload.  Conducts personal business on break or lunchtime.

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9.     Always responds to the needs of all areas.  If unable to meet their needs keeps them informed and offers alternatives.  Prioritizes appropriately and knows when to call for assistance.

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10.  Communicates with colleagues to ensure efficient and safe practice. Appropriately uses the chain of command to resolve / address work-related issues

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11.  Able to rotate efficiently to all shifts as assigned.

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12.  Knowledge of the department’s physical layout, and location of other UCLA Medical Center departments and areas (i.e. PTU, PACU, UPU, Blood Bank, SPD, morgue, etc.).

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13.  Knowledge of Operating Room zones (unrestricted, semi-restricted, and restricted)

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14.  Skilled in using department’s communication systems (i.e. airphones, Spectralink phones, telephones, report books, etc.).

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15.  Knowledge of patient needs based on developmental and chronological age and surgical specialty service (i.e. transport of patient, positioning, etc.).

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16.  Knowledge of disinfection principles and use of disinfecting agents.

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17.  Knowledge of basic principles of aseptic technique as applicable (i.e. tying sterile surgical gowns, donning sterile gloves).

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18.  Skill in operating an addressograph machine.

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19.  Able to fulfill call requirements and responsibilities.

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20.  Skill in prioritizing assignments to complete work in a timely manner.

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21.  Skill in working independently and following through on assignments with moderate direction, taking direction from authority.

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22.  Skill in performing under the stress of frequent interruptions and / or distractions.

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23.  Skill in working as part of a team, collaborating with colleagues.

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24.  Knowledge about General Surgery cases regarding equipment, positioning, specific needs, supplies, etc.

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25.  Adheres to department guidelines regarding attendance and punctuality.

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26.  Skill in maintaining composure in stressful situations