PS Health Care Assistant
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Open Date | 03/25/2024 |
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Requisition Number | PRN38050B |
Job Title | PS Health Care Assistant |
Working Title | PS Health Care Assistant |
Job Grade | UGR |
FLSA Code | Nonexempt |
Patient Sensitive Job Code? | Yes |
Standard Hours per Week | 40 |
Full Time or Part Time? | Full Time |
Shift | Day |
Work Schedule Summary | Availability Monday – Friday, 7:00 am – 6:00 pm. Full-time, 40 hours per week. Regular and punctual attendance is required. |
VP Area | U of U Health - Academics |
Department | 00848 - Pediatric Administration |
Location | Campus |
City | Salt Lake City, UT |
Type of Recruitment | External Posting |
Pay Rate Range | $17.00 - $23.48 |
Close Date | |
Open Until Filled | Yes |
Job Summary |
Job Summary The Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah School of Medicine is seeking an experienced Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) to join our Ambulatory Clinical Care operation. The ambulatory group consists of 12 pediatric subspecialty divisions and service lines. This position provides patient care at the direction of a clinic manager and medical assistant supervisors. The CNA provides assistive care to patients; facilitates the efficient delivery of patient care; supports the professional role of licensed staff and providers; offers support and assistance as directed by licensed staff in rendering basic healthcare to patients; and assists with scribing and clerical functions as a multi-skilled auxiliary worker. Positions are designed to provide growth and professional development opportunities, including promotions within a defined career ladder. University of Utah Pediatric clinic locations are primarily housed in Primary Children’s Hospital outpatient clinics in Salt Lake City and Lehi. Incumbents must be willing and able to commute to either location. This position is full-time, 40 hours per week. Regular and punctual attendance is required. The University of Utah offers a comprehensive benefits package including:
Additional benefits information is available at https://benefits.utah.edu/
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Responsibilities |
Essential Functions Clinical Functions
Care Coordination
Comments Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
The staff member must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit. The individual must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual. |
Minimum Qualifications | Required Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire. Current certification as a Nursing Assistant with the State of Utah,or completion of first round of clinical and current enrollment in approved nursing education program or successful completion of RN program. For those enrolled in a nursing program, incumbents have three months from completion of RN program to obtain an RN license. If an RN license is not obtained by the end of those three months, the incumbent must immediately obtain a current CNA. Individuals in this job code with an RN license must also have a CNA certification if they remain in it longer than three months. This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations. Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. Disclaimer This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job. |
Preferences | Department Preferences
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Type | Benefited Staff |
Special Instructions Summary | |
Additional Information | The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/ Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu https://safety.utah.edu/safetyreport This report includes statistics about criminal offenses, hate crimes, arrests and referrals for disciplinary action, and Violence Against Women Act offenses. They also provide information about safety and security-related services offered by the University of Utah. A paper copy can be obtained by request at the Department of Public Safety located at 1658 East 500 South. |
Posting Specific Questions
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Do you have a current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system?
- Yes
- No- willing to obtain within 30 days of hire
- No
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Do you have a current certification as a Nursing Assistant with the State of Utah,or completion of first round of clinical and current enrollment in approved nursing education program or successful completion of RN program?
- Yes
- No- Out of State and wiling to re-license in Utah if hired
- No
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Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission
- Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169