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UCSF Health

Patient Care Assistant, Evenings

UCSF Health, San Francisco, California, United States, 94199

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Position Title:

Patient Care Assistant, Evenings

Location:

San Francisco, CA – Parnassus Heights (SF)

Job Summary The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) receives daily assignments and functions under the supervision of the Registered Nurse to carry out direct patient care responsibilities in the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU). The shift for this position is 2pm-10:30pm, Monday through Friday. All patient care team members collaborate to meet patient needs, learn new skills, and provide quality patient care and customer service.

Salary range:

$32.04 - $40.06 per hour. Final salary and offer components are subject to UC policy and internal equity. For more information, visit the UC Benefits page.

Department Description The Preanesthesia (Preop) and Post-Anesthesia Care Units (PACU) at Parnassus comprise 37 combined Preop and PACU beds, plus one Procedure Room. Over 75 Perianesthesia specialty nurses provide compassionate care for a wide variety of patients following anesthesia. The unit prepares patients for surgery, provides preoperative teaching, and cares for patients during recovery. The interdisciplinary team includes nurses, surgeons, anesthesiologists, pain service physicians, and respiratory therapists.

Required Qualifications

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

English language proficiency, both oral and written

Basic arithmetic computation skills (addition and subtraction)

Organizational skills and ability to set priorities

Preparedness to perform first responder duties in emergency situations

Successful completion of Medical Center Patient Care Assistant training

Basic computer skills

Flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Health locations

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of medical terminology appropriate to the responsibilities of the job

About UCSF UCSF Health is a nationally ranked medical center committed to innovation, technology, and research. It offers a rewarding work experience with opportunities for professional growth.

Pride Values UCSF values professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity, and excellence—PRIDE values. The organization is committed to equity, diversity, and inclusive culture.

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.

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