Unit Support Associate - Full Time - Days - 12pm - 8 : 30pm

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful : to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Unit Support Associate

Full Time

Days 12p-8 : 30pm

Kennestone

Great benefits!

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s) :

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

Basic Life Support or BLS - Instructor

The Unit Support Associate functions under the direction of the Clinical Nurse Supervisor and / or Centralized Transport Manager to facilitate the safe and appropriate transportation of patients to and from the ED, Radiology, and Test / Procedure areas. Duties include, but are not limited to : cleaning of transportation equipment, proper handling of IV and O2 equipment, assisting with ambulation, stocking of supplies, verification of patient identification, use of scripting with patients, assisting with patients to and from imaging tables, use of AIDET, adherance to all policies. The USA must be able to work in a fast paced environment, which requires multi-tasking activities and ongoing communication with the appropriate Nursing and / or Radiology personnel. Must be able to perform under stressful conditions with a compassionate, respectful, and helpful manner. Must be able to take direction from a variety of care providers. Must be organized with excellent communication skills. In addition, the USA will assist with filing physician transcription / dictation in all patient's electronic medical record.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions :

Transportation of patients

• Proper verification of patient identification
• Obtain TTR (ticket to ride), proper sign out of patient, proper notification of RN upon return
• Proper movement and transport of patient
• Verify that O2 and IVs are transported correctly
• Ensure that proper handwashing and isolation technique is used
• Utilizes proper body mechanics and lift equipment
• Clean equipment h. Stock rooms as needed Associated task or activity

Department Responsibilities

Excellence in Customer Service by partnering with health care team, patient and family

Team Work

Communication

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all WellStar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education : HS degree or equivalent Required

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s) :

All certifications are required upon hire unless otherwise stated.

Basic Life Support or BLS - Instructor

Required Minimum Experience : Prefer hospital / medical experience Preferred

Required Minimum Skills : Basic computer skills required

Ability to read and speak the English language.

Must demonstrate good communication skills and handwriting.

Must display a positive attitude.

Personal time management skills are required.

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