Associate Clinical Assistant - Medical Unit

Associate Clinical Assistant - Medical UnitEcho, MN $32,099 - $42,099 a yearJob Type: Full TimeJob Summary: Support nursing practice and care delivery through a blend of direct patient care, communication, and clerical duties.Essential Responsibilities:Fiscal ResponsibilityUse supplies and equipment efficiently.Complete assignments promptly and leave shift on time using the timekeeping system.Demonstrate productivity and accept float and extended day off assignments.Complete work orders and support unit goals to reduce waste.QualityParticipate and document according to unit standards and stay current with policy updates.Problem-solve and multitask within scope of practice.Offer suggestions to improve unit flow and patient experience.Accept delegated tasks appropriately and engage in teamwork.Patient SatisfactionPromote patient satisfaction through recognition and timely responses.Use personal electronic devices professionally and maintain a quiet environment.Exemplify excellent guest relations with patients, families, and visitors.Conduct purposeful patient rounding.Patient SafetyPractice safe patient mobilization and fall prevention.Use two patient identifiers for all tasks and point-of-care testing.Report unusual occurrences using the event management system.Adjust care routines to meet individual patient needs as assigned.Adhere to HIPAA and social media policies.Professional GrowthShare knowledge and skills with colleagues, including orientation and cross-training.Demonstrate leadership by serving as a resource, council member, super user, or preceptor.Identify professional development needs and collaborate with management for learning opportunities.Participate in departmental goal development and practice change in-services.Customer ServiceEngage patients and families with professionalism and flexibility.Maintain a quiet, respectful patient environment.Practice AIDET communication techniques.Promote teamwork and maintain positive interdepartmental relationships.Provide holistic care to diverse patient populations.Education and Experience Required:High school diploma or equivalent.Basic BLS certification required within 3 months of hire.Work Shift: 1st Shift, 36 hours biweekly, including every third weekend rotation.This description is not exhaustive and duties may change as needed.