NI-Assistant, Patient Care

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JOB INFORMATION

Effective Date:

10/1/2010

Entity:

Illinois

Job Code:

NI-7046CL

Job Title:

NI-Assistant, Patient Care

Exemption Status:

Non-Exempt

JOB SUMMARY

Performs selected skills: including rooming patient, assisting with treatments and procedures, Phlebotomy, EKG and /or monitoring including documenting complete and accurate information specific to department. Participates in continuous quality improvement and educational   support of departmental philosophy and objectives, as well as, Health System initiatives.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

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Prepares patients for examination, treatment and procedures. Performs selected patient care duties which include recording patient histories, vital signs, EKG’s, medication reconciliation, specimen collections. Alerts provider/nurse of emergent patient needs.

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Replenishes and prepares exam and treatment rooms with medical supplies instruments equipment, maintaining a neat, Clean and appropriately stocked environment.

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Cleans and disinfects all exam rooms, instruments and procedure trays operating sterilization equipment and following established department and infection control guidelines.

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Helps maintain the Epic in baskets and work lists including normal test results, referrals, over due results and patient calls.

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Assists with scheduling of patient tests and related support functions maintaining confidentiality of position acquired information.

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Assists with scheduling of patient appointments, test and diagnostic testing. Assists with clerical/receptionist support functions as assigned.

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Accurately enters faxed prescription refills into the EMR. Abstracts pertinent patient medical history in a timely manner.

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Performs all aspects of care in an environment that optimizes patient and environmental safety and in accordance with applicable laws, regulations and compliance efforts. Assists with the training of new staff.

ALL DUTIES AND REQUIREMENTS MUST BE PERFORMED CONSISTENT WITH THE UW HEALTH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS.

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Clinical

Provides age and culturally appropriate assessment/screening, interpretation of clinical and laboratory data and develops and implements age appropriate interventional and plans of care including education within the parameters of his/her position responsibilities and licensure.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

Previous patient care experience in a medical facility.

Preferred

At least one year of professional experience in a clinic setting.

Preferred

Computer experience.

Required

Certified Nursing Assistant or Patient Care Technician.

Preferred

Bi-Annual CPR certification.

Required

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Good interpersonal, organizational and critical decision-making skills.

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Ability to clearly and calmly communicate in English both verbally and in writing with patients, medical staff and the public.

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Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job specific competencies and skill verification tools required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS

Standing

X

Walking

X

Climbing

X

Bending

X

Crouching

X

Pushing / Pulling

X

Carry

X

Fine Hand / Eye Coordination

X

Color Discrimination

X

Hearing Ability

X

Lifting / Lowering 1 -15 lbs.

X

15 - 30 lbs.

X

30 - 50 lbs.

X

Over 50 lbs.

UW Health does not require, nor does it expect that its employees lift more than 50 lbs unassisted. Objects in excess of 50 lbs should be lifted or moved with mechanical means or through a team lift. Employees in patient care areas are expected to utilize mechanical lifts and adhere to the "Use of Mechanical Lifts (Liko)" policy in the Patient Services Policy and Procedure Manual.

Concentration on Detail

X

Attention Span of 1 + Hours on a Task

X

Ability to Remember Multiple Tasks

X

Oral Communication

X

Written Communication

X

Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids

X

Exposure to Toxins, Cytotoxins, Poisons

X

Exposure to Extreme Heat, Cold, Temp Fluctuations

X

Exposure to Hazardous Chemicals

X

Exposure to Radiation

X

Other - Working with patients in crisis who may be volatile and potentially violent.

Note: The purpose of this document is to describe the general nature and level of work performed by personnel so classified; it is not intended to serve as an inclusive list of all responsibilities associated with this position.