Unit Support Associate - Full Time - Evenings

Facility: Kennestone Hospital

Unit Support Associate

Full Time

Evenings

Great Benefits

Job Summary:

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:

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

Additional License(s) and Certification(s):

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.
Strong customer service and interpersonal skills;
Ability to collaborate with other health care providers in the provision of patient care;
Ability to multi-task essential;
Ability to function in stressful and emergency situations essential;
Strong detail orientation required;
Computer skills required;
Personal time management skills are required.