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General Information

Job Name
Patient Care Assistant
Department
7420000 - Surgery Stanyan Hospital
Position type
Temporary Employment
Workplace
Fully On-Site
Primary Location
San Francisco, CA, United States
Job ID
3823

Description & Requirements

Job Description

Please note: this is a temporary opportunity for approximately three months. Fully on site at Stanyan Hospital.  Will include optional medical benefits, holiday pay and sick leave accrual. 

The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) receives daily assignments and functions under the supervision of the Registered Nurse to carry out direct patient care responsibilities.

All patient care team members act to meet patient needs and learn new skills to achieve quality patient care and customer service. Team members promote a cooperative working relationship with each other, other staff, and the public by facilitating and enhancing communication, displaying honesty and respect, demonstrating sensitivity to age-specific needs and cultural differences, and expressing and accepting feedback in a professional manner.

 

Qualifications
Required Qualifications - Minimum 1 year experience working in a surgical, operating room, perioperative, or acute care hospital environment. - Previous experience performing hospital room turnover, EVS, surgical suite cleaning, or related environmental services duties. - Demonstrated knowledge of infection prevention and cleaning protocols in a healthcare setting. - Ability to work independently with minimal training and orientation. - Experience supporting surgical services and/or operating room workflows strongly preferred. - Successful completion of Medical Center Patient Care Assistant training. - Basic computer skills. Preferred Qualifications - Knowledge of medical terminology appropriate to the responsibilities of the job is preferred
About UCSF
The University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) is a leading university dedicated to promoting health worldwide through advanced biomedical research, graduate-level education in the life sciences and health professions, and excellence in patient care. It is the only campus in the 10-campus UC system dedicated exclusively to the health sciences. We bring together the world’s leading experts in nearly every area of health. We are home to five Nobel laureates who have advanced the understanding of cancer, neurodegenerative diseases, aging and stem cells.
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 https://www.ucsf.edu/about/mission-and-values . In addition to , 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 https://diversity.ucsf.edu/ . Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.
EEO Statement
The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Additional Details

Job Code
PAT CARE AST (009233)
Assignment Category
Limited Appt
IAP Level
None
Job Family
Clinical Support Services
Campus 1
Stanyan Hospital
Percentage (%)
100
Shift Length
8 hours
Shift Type
Day
Bargaining Unit
EX
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