Patient Care Assistant

Orthopaedic Institute - Operating Room

Full Time

83819BR

Job Summary

The Patient Care Assistant (PCA), under the direction of the Registered Nurse and Patient Care Management team, will participate as an integral member of the patient care team.

The PCA performs multiple support functions directed toward positive patient care outcomes. The PCA is responsible to support all aspects of peri-operative services to ensure efficiency, prep and turn - over of rooms.

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, displaying sensitivity to age specific needs and cultural differences, and expressing and accepting feedback in a professional manner. Works at all UCSF location and ambulatory surgery sites.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

Your placement within the salary range is dependent on a number of factors including your work experience and internal equity within this position classification at UCSF. For positions that are represented by a labor union, placement within the salary range will be guided by the rules in the collective bargaining agreement.

The salary range for this position is $30.51 - $38.15 (Hourly Rate).

To learn more about the benefits of working at UCSF, including total compensation, please visit: https://ucnet.universityofcalifornia.edu/compensation-and-benefits/index.html

Required Qualifications

• One year working hands on in a healthcare environment
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• Ability to satisfactorily perform job duties as defined in the job description
• Willingness to be taught/learn new skills
• Ability to understand and communicate effectively in English both orally and in writing
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic computations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division)
• Ability to organize work duties and effectively set priorities
• Ability to move heavy equipment and boxes
• Ability to operate some complex machinery
• Knowledge of or ability to acquire knowledge of and proactive basic aseptic technique when carrying out assignments
• Ability to set priorities within work assignment
• Basic computer skills
• Exemplary customer service
• This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations

Preferred Qualifications

• One year related OR experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Experience working in an ambulatory surgery environment
• Knowledge of medical terminology appropriate to the responsibilities of the job
• BLS Certification

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what's possible for the patients we serve - a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report - UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

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 our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, 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 at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Health

Job Code and Payroll Title

009233 PAT CARE AST

Job Category

Support Services

Bargaining Unit

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees - Patient Care Technical Unit (AFSCME-EX)

Employee Class

Career

Percentage

100%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Mission Bay (SF)

Shift

Days, Variable

Shift Length

8 Hours