Job Description:
JOB DESCRIPTION
The position description is a guide to the critical duties and essential functions of the job, not an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, qualifications, physical demands, and work environment conditions. Position descriptions are reviewed and revised to meet the changing needs of the organization.
TITLE: Patient Care Assistant/MA - Phlebotomy
JOB OVERVIEW: A Patient Care Assistant performs routine nursing services under the supervision of a professional nurse or Clinical Administrative Resource (CAR).
DEPARTMENT: Varies
WORK HOURS: Variable
REPORTS TO: Nurse Manager/Asst. Nurse Manager
PREREQUISITES:
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Current licensure to practice in the State of Washington as a Certified Nursing Assistant required.
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AHA BLS for healthcare providers required.
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One (1) year patient care experience, preferred.
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MA - Phlebotomy certification, required (or must obtain within 90 days of hire).
QUALIFICATIONS:
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Capable of comprehending, executing, and acting within scope of practice.
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Demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills.
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Demonstrates effective interpersonal skills in a diverse population.
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Ability to communicate and work effectively with the physical and emotional developments of all age groups.
UNIQUE PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS, ENVIRONMENT AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
Generic Job Description for Clinical Support Partner.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Generic Job Functions:See Generic Job Description for Clinical Support Partner.
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Essential Responsibilities and Competencies:
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Demonstrates applied knowledge in:
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Generic and department-specific structure/process standards.
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Patient care resources and references.
2. Reports the following to the Registered Nurse (RN) / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Clinical Administrative Resource (CAR):
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Significant signs and symptoms as directed by the RN / LPN or CAR.
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Observations in changes in patient condition (such as, but not limited to, level of consciousness or mobility, breathing pattern, skin color, pain, difficulty swallowing, new wound drainage, decreased output, etc.).
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Equipment that is alarming or malfunctioning.
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Concerns related to patient or family behavior or emotional status or problems with patient compliance to
3. Recognizes and responds appropriately to:
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Cardiac/pulmonary arrest.
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Psychiatric emergencies.
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Postpartum hemorrhage (specific to Birth Center)
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Newborn emergencies (specific to Birth Center)
4. Demonstrates safe use of patient care equipment.
5. Demonstrates understanding of the developmental/behavioral characteristics of ages served.
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Neonate
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Child
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Adolescent
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Adult
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Geriatric (older adult)
MA - Phlebotomy - Additional duties:
1. Performs phlebotomy as requested according to correct procedure.
2. Maintains biannual certification.
3. Performs chem strip procedure according to procedure.
Date Created: 06/98
Revised: 06/98, 10/04, 01/07, 05/09, 10/10, 01/13, 11/22, 03/23, 07/24
Grade: PCA2
FLSA: NE
Cost Center: Varies
Job Qualifications:
PREREQUISITES:
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Current licensure to practice in the State of Washington as a Certified Nursing Assistant required.
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AHA BLS for healthcare providers required.
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One (1) year patient care experience, preferred.
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MA - Phlebotomy certification, required (or must obtain within 90 days of hire).