Unit Assistant Position
Within the framework of Cabell Huntington Hospital and nursing service policies and procedures, the primary purpose of the unit assistant position is a supporting role to nursing by conducting patient care activities, cleaning, and providing clerical and receptionist duties to the unit. PCA job specific duties vary depending on unit.
Education:
- Junior College/Technical School is required
- Certified in West Virginia as CNA or Completion of Medical Assistant Program, or Patient Care is required
- Technician Program is required
- CPR within 90 days of employment/Glucoscan within 90 days of employment is required
Experience:
- No Previous Experience is Required
- Up to 1 Year Experience is preferred
The kind of position-related experience includes:
-One year experience as unit clerk will be considered.
-Must have proof of data entry class, introduction to computer, or six months prior computer experience.
-Experience in effectively dealing with the public is essential to this position.
-Successful completion of medical terminology exam (80%).
-Successful completion of unit competency exam for Patient Care Assistant.
-Must meet all requirements of criteria based evaluation (3 or better) within 90 day probationary period new hire/60 day transferred employee.
-Basic computer skills (including typing/keyboard/using a mouse).
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This position is listed as full time and onsite.