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<div>Job ID REQ20172779 Category Keck Medicine of USC</div>
 <div>The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides nursing staff support in the areas of patient care delivery, clerical functions, and organization of the unit environment, as well as set-up and maintenance of equipment. The emphasis on each of these areas will depend on the unit assigned
Essential Duties<ul><li>
Patient Satisfaction: &bull; Responds to patient call within 10 minutes. &bull; Anticipates pts needs &bull; Proactively makes rounds to reduce patient calls &bull; Maintains positive behaviors toward patients and visitors &bull; Smiles and is pleasant during all interactions &bull; Provides RN with necessary data related to patient assessment. &bull; Contributes input into the patient&rsquo;s plan of care and accurately implements interventions on the patient&rsquo;s plan of care, in collaboration with the RN.</li><li>
Performs essential skills which contribute to positive patient outcomes per routing, MD orders, and RN direction &bull; Vitals &bull; Daily weight &bull; I &amp; O &bull; Hygiene: bath, peri-care, oral care, HS care, hair care &bull; Maintains clear and organized patient rooms &bull; Assist with meals/feeding &bull; Ambulation/mobility; turn bed patients every 2 hours, transfers from bed to chair &bull; Provides fresh water at beginning and end of shift and prn &bull; Appropriately prioritizes patient needs</li><li>
Safety: &bull; Ensures safe physical environment and ensures safe operation of patient-care equipment &bull; Call light/telephone with reach &bull; Floors clear of fall hazards &bull; Maintains uncluttered and easy access to bathroom, ambulation, and emergency equipment. &bull; Commodes &bull; Walkers &bull; Shower chairs &bull; IV poles &bull; Beds &bull; Tables/Chairs</li><li>
Documentation &bull; Documents all care provided, including vital signs, intake and output, meal percentages, equipment used, and patient care.</li><li>
Communication: &bull; Makes presence known before entering a room or private area &bull; Identifies/introduces self to patient and visitors &bull; Explains plan of care to the patient &bull; Does not engage in inappropriate discussions regarding other patients and unit operations &bull; Knows and utilizes all computerized systems to send messages, document care, and communicate patient/unit needs to various departments. &bull; Knows and follows line of communication within the department. &bull; Reports to RN/Charge Nurse pertinent information/significant change in patient condition/patient and family concerns and patient refusal of care in a timely manner. &bull; Reports to RN/Charge Nurse patient&rsquo;s inability to perform self-care and describes actions taken which were ineffective. &bull; Actively collaborates with the RN at the beginning and throughout the shift regarding patient care and data collection.</li><li>
Regulatory agency i.e.: &bull; Ensures that the unit is in continuous survey readiness &bull; No food/drink in nurses station &bull; No open containers in patient pantry &bull; No outside food in patient refrigerator &bull; No boxes etc. or floor &bull; Staff refrigerator kept clean &bull; Linens covered at all times &bull; Keep fire door closed &bull; Maintain clean/tidy nurses station, locker room, pantry</li><li>
Maintain patient confidentiality</li><li>
Ensures confidentiality of patient records and other written information</li><li>
Performs other related duties as assigned.</li></ul>
Required Qualifications:<ul><li>
Req High school or equivalent</li><li>
Req Specialized/technical training Graduate from an accredited Certified Nursing Program. (*Grandfathered from CNA Certification requirement, if hired/transferred prior to 8/2016.)</li><li>
Req Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications:
<ul><li>Pref 1 year Experience in a health care setting</li></ul>
Required Licenses/Certifications:
<ul><li>Req Certified Nursing Assistant (CA DPH) *Grandfathered from CNA Certification requirement, if hired/transferred prior to 8/2016.</li><li>
Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association</li><li>
Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)</li></ul> 
The hourly rate range for this position is $22.00&ndash; $37.40. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate&rsquo;s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
<div>Job ID REQ20172779 Posted Date 03/10/2026</div></div>

Patient Care Assistant - 2 EW Tele - Full Time 12 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union)

Keck Medicine of USC

<div>The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides nursing staff support in the areas of patient care delivery, clerical functions, and organization of the unit environment, as well as set-up and maintenance of equipment. The emphasis on each of these areas will depend on the unit assigned
Essential Duties:
<ul><li>Patient Satisfaction: &bull; Responds to patient call within 10 minutes. &bull; Anticipates pts needs &bull; Proactively makes rounds to reduce patient calls &bull; Maintains positive behaviors toward patients and visitors &bull; Smiles and is pleasant during all interactions &bull; Provides RN with necessary data related to patient assessment. &bull; Contributes input into the patient&rsquo;s plan of care and accurately implements interventions on the patient&rsquo;s plan of care, in collaboration with the RN.
</li><li>Performs essential skills which contribute to positive patient outcomes per routing, MD orders, and RN direction &bull; Vitals &bull; Daily weight &bull; I &amp; O &bull; Hygiene: bath, peri-care, oral care, HS care, hair care &bull; Maintains clear and organized patient rooms &bull; Assist with meals/feeding &bull; Ambulation/mobility; turn bed patients every 2 hours, transfers from bed to chair &bull; Provides fresh water at beginning and end of shift and prn &bull; Appropriately prioritizes patient needs
</li><li>Safety: &bull; Ensures safe physical environment and ensures safe operation of patient-care equipment &bull; Call light/telephone with reach &bull; Floors clear of fall hazards &bull; Maintains uncluttered and easy access to bathroom, ambulation, and emergency equipment. &bull; Commodes &bull; Walkers &bull; Shower chairs &bull; IV poles &bull; Beds &bull; Tables/Chairs
</li><li>Documentation &bull; Documents all care provided, including vital signs, intake and output, meal percentages, equipment used, and patient care.
</li><li>Communication: &bull; Makes presence known before entering a room or private area &bull; Identifies/introduces self to patient and visitors &bull; Explains plan of care to the patient &bull; Does not engage in inappropriate discussions regarding other patients and unit operations &bull; Knows and utilizes all computerized systems to send messages, document care, and communicate patient/unit needs to various departments. &bull; Knows and follows line of communication within the department. &bull; Reports to RN/Charge Nurse pertinent information/significant change in patient condition/patient and family concerns and patient refusal of care in a timely manner. &bull; Reports to RN/Charge Nurse patient&rsquo;s inability to perform self-care and describes actions taken which were ineffective. &bull; Actively collaborates with the RN at the beginning and throughout the shift regarding patient care and data collection.
</li><li>Regulatory agency i.e.: &bull; Ensures that the unit is in continuous survey readiness &bull; No food/drink in nurses station &bull; No open containers in patient pantry &bull; No outside food in patient refrigerator &bull; No boxes etc. or floor &bull; Staff refrigerator kept clean &bull; Linens covered at all times &bull; Keep fire door closed &bull; Maintain clean/tidy nurses station, locker room, pantry
</li><li>Maintain patient confidentiality
</li><li>Ensures confidentiality of patient records and other written information
</li><li>Performs other related duties as assigned.
</li></ul>Required Qualifications:
<ul><li>Req High school or equivalent
</li><li>Req Specialized/technical training Graduate from an accredited Certified Nursing Program. (*Grandfathered from CNA Certification requirement, if hired/transferred prior to 8/2016.)
</li></ul><ul><li>Req Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.
</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications:
<ul><li>Pref 1 year Experience in a health care setting
</li></ul>Required Licenses/Certifications:
<ul><li>Req Certified Nursing Assistant (CA DPH) *Grandfathered from CNA Certification requirement, if hired/transferred prior to 8/2016.
</li><li>Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association
</li></ul>Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)
The hourly rate range for this position is $22.00 - $37.40. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate&rsquo;s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations. 
USC is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law or USC policy. USC observes affirmative action obligations consistent with state and federal law. USC will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal records in a manner consistent with applicable laws and regulations, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for employers and the Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and with due consideration for patient and student safety. Please refer to the Background Screening Policy Appendix D for specific employment screen implications for the position for which you are applying.
We provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants with questions about access or requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact USC Human Resources by phone at (213) 821-8100, or by email at uschr@usc.edu . Inquiries will be treated as confidential to the extent permitted by law.
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Patient Care Assistant - Float Pool - Full Time 12 Houe Days (Non-Exempt) (Union)

<div>Job ID REQ20173885 Category Keck Medicine of USC</div>
 <div>The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides nursing staff support in the areas of patient care delivery, clerical functions, and organization of the unit environment, as well as set-up and maintenance of equipment. The emphasis on each of these areas will depend on the unit assigned
Essential Duties:<ul><li>
Patient Satisfaction: &bull; Responds to patient call within 10 minutes. &bull; Anticipates pts needs &bull; Proactively makes rounds to reduce patient calls &bull; Maintains positive behaviors toward patients and visitors &bull; Smiles and is pleasant during all interactions &bull; Provides RN with necessary data related to patient assessment. &bull; Contributes input into the patient&rsquo;s plan of care and accurately implements interventions on the patient&rsquo;s plan of care, in collaboration with the RN.</li><li>
Performs essential skills which contribute to positive patient outcomes per routing, MD orders, and RN direction &bull; Vitals &bull; Daily weight &bull; I &amp; O &bull; Hygiene: bath, peri-care, oral care, HS care, hair care &bull; Maintains clear and organized patient rooms &bull; Assist with meals/feeding &bull; Ambulation/mobility; turn bed patients every 2 hours, transfers from bed to chair &bull; Provides fresh water at beginning and end of shift and prn &bull; Appropriately prioritizes patient needs</li><li>
Safety: &bull; Ensures safe physical environment and ensures safe operation of patient-care equipment &bull; Call light/telephone with reach &bull; Floors clear of fall hazards &bull; Maintains uncluttered and easy access to bathroom, ambulation, and emergency equipment. &bull; Commodes &bull; Walkers &bull; Shower chairs &bull; IV poles &bull; Beds &bull; Tables/Chairs</li><li>
Documentation &bull; Documents all care provided, including vital signs, intake and output, meal percentages, equipment used, and patient care.</li><li>
Communication: &bull; Makes presence known before entering a room or private area &bull; Identifies/introduces self to patient and visitors &bull; Explains plan of care to the patient &bull; Does not engage in inappropriate discussions regarding other patients and unit operations &bull; Knows and utilizes all computerized systems to send messages, document care, and communicate patient/unit needs to various departments. &bull; Knows and follows line of communication within the department. &bull; Reports to RN/Charge Nurse pertinent information/significant change in patient condition/patient and family concerns and patient refusal of care in a timely manner. &bull; Reports to RN/Charge Nurse patient&rsquo;s inability to perform self-care and describes actions taken which were ineffective. &bull; Actively collaborates with the RN at the beginning and throughout the shift regarding patient care and data collection.</li><li>
Regulatory agency i.e.: &bull; Ensures that the unit is in continuous survey readiness &bull; No food/drink in nurses station &bull; No open containers in patient pantry &bull; No outside food in patient refrigerator &bull; No boxes etc. or floor &bull; Staff refrigerator kept clean &bull; Linens covered at all times &bull; Keep fire door closed &bull; Maintain clean/tidy nurses station, locker room, pantry</li><li>
Maintain patient confidentiality</li><li>
Ensures confidentiality of patient records and other written information</li><li>
Performs other related duties as assigned.</li></ul>
Required Qualifications:<ul><li>
Req High school or equivalent</li><li>
Req Specialized/technical training Graduate from an accredited Certified Nursing Program. (*Grandfathered from CNA Certification requirement, if hired/transferred prior to 8/2016.)</li><li>
Req 1 year in a health care setting</li><li>
Req Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications: 
Required Licenses/Certifications:
<ul><li>Req Certified Nursing Assistant (CA DPH) *Grandfathered from CNA Certification requirement, if hired/transferred prior to 8/2016.</li><li>
Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association</li><li>
Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)</li></ul> 
The hourly rate range for this position is $22.00 - $37.40. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate&rsquo;s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
<div>Job ID REQ20173885 Posted Date 04/10/2026</div></div>

Patient Care Assistant - 4 FL HemOnc-BMT - Per Diem 12 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union)

<div>Job ID REQ20174014 Category Keck Medicine of USC</div>
 <div>The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides nursing staff support in the areas of patient care delivery, clerical functions, and organization of the unit environment, as well as set-up and maintenance of equipment. The emphasis on each of these areas will depend on the unit assigned. 
 
Essential Duties:<ul><li>
Patient Satisfaction: &bull; Responds to patient call within 10 minutes. &bull; Anticipates pts needs &bull; Proactively makes rounds to reduce patient calls &bull; Maintains positive behaviors toward patients and visitors &bull; Smiles and is pleasant during all interactions &bull; Provides RN with necessary data related to patient assessment. &bull; Contributes input into the patient&rsquo;s plan of care and accurately implements interventions on the patient&rsquo;s plan of care, in collaboration with the RN.</li><li>
Performs essential skills which contribute to positive patient outcomes per routing, MD orders, and RN direction &bull; Vitals &bull; Daily weight &bull; I &amp; O &bull; Hygiene: bath, peri-care, oral care, HS care, hair care &bull; Maintains clear and organized patient rooms &bull; Assist with meals/feeding &bull; Ambulation/mobility; turn bed patients every 2 hours, transfers from bed to chair &bull; Provides fresh water at beginning and end of shift and prn &bull; Appropriately prioritizes patient needs</li><li>
Safety: &bull; Ensures safe physical environment and ensures safe operation of patient-care equipment &bull; Call light/telephone with reach &bull; Floors clear of fall hazards &bull; Maintains uncluttered and easy access to bathroom, ambulation, and emergency equipment. &bull; Commodes &bull; Walkers &bull; Shower chairs &bull; IV poles &bull; Beds &bull; Tables/Chairs</li><li>
Documentation &bull; Documents all care provided, including vital signs, intake and output, meal percentages, equipment used, and patient care.</li><li>
Communication: &bull; Makes presence known before entering a room or private area &bull; Identifies/introduces self to patient and visitors &bull; Explains plan of care to the patient &bull; Does not engage in inappropriate discussions regarding other patients and unit operations &bull; Knows and utilizes all computerized systems to send messages, document care, and communicate patient/unit needs to various departments. &bull; Knows and follows line of communication within the department. &bull; Reports to RN/Charge Nurse pertinent information/significant change in patient condition/patient and family concerns and patient refusal of care in a timely manner. &bull; Reports to RN/Charge Nurse patient&rsquo;s inability to perform self-care and describes actions taken which were ineffective. &bull; Actively collaborates with the RN at the beginning and throughout the shift regarding patient care and data collection.</li><li>
Regulatory agency i.e.: &bull; Ensures that the unit is in continuous survey readiness &bull; No food/drink in nurses station &bull; No open containers in patient pantry &bull; No outside food in patient refrigerator &bull; No boxes etc. or floor &bull; Staff refrigerator kept clean &bull; Linens covered at all times &bull; Keep fire door closed &bull; Maintain clean/tidy nurses station, locker room, pantry</li><li>
Maintain patient confidentiality</li><li>
Ensures confidentiality of patient records and other written information</li><li>
Performs other related duties as assigned.</li></ul>
Required Qualifications:<ul><li>
Req High school or equivalent</li><li>
Req Specialized/technical training Graduate from an accredited Certified Nursing Program. (*Grandfathered from CNA Certification requirement, if hired/transferred prior to 8/2016.)</li><li>
Req Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications:<ul><li>
Pref 1 year Experience in a health care setting.</li></ul> 
Required Licenses/Certifications:
<ul><li>Req Certified Nursing Assistant (CA DPH) *Grandfathered from CNA Certification requirement, if hired/transferred prior to 8/2016.</li><li>
Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association.</li><li>
Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only).</li></ul> 
The hourly rate range for this position is $22.00 - $37.40. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate&rsquo;s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
<div>Job ID REQ20174014 Posted Date 04/09/2026</div></div>

Patient Care Assistant - 6 EW MedSurg Stepdown - Full Time 12 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union)

<div>Job ID REQ20172792 Category Keck Medicine of USC</div>
 <div>The Patient Care Technician (PCT) provides nursing staff support in the areas of patient care delivery, clerical functions, and organization of the unit environment, as well as set-up and maintenance of equipment. The emphasis on each of these areas will depend on the unit assigned
Essential Duties<ul><li>
Patient Satisfaction: &bull; Responds to patient call within 10 minutes. &bull; Anticipates pts needs &bull; Proactively makes rounds to reduce patient calls &bull; Maintains positive behaviors toward patients and visitors &bull; Smiles and is pleasant during all interactions &bull; Provides RN with necessary data related to patient assessment. &bull; Contributes input into the patient&rsquo;s plan of care and accurately implements interventions on the patient&rsquo;s plan of care, in collaboration with the RN.</li><li>
Performs essential skills which contribute to positive patient outcomes per routing, MD orders, and RN direction &bull; Vitals &bull; Daily weight &bull; I &amp; O &bull; Hygiene: bath, peri-care, oral care, HS care, hair care &bull; Maintains clear and organized patient rooms &bull; Assist with meals/feeding &bull; Ambulation/mobility; turn bed patients every 2 hours, transfers from bed to chair &bull; Provides fresh water at beginning and end of shift and prn &bull; Appropriately prioritizes patient needs</li><li>
Safety: &bull; Ensures safe physical environment and ensures safe operation of patient-care equipment &bull; Call light/telephone with reach &bull; Floors clear of fall hazards &bull; Maintains uncluttered and easy access to bathroom, ambulation, and emergency equipment. &bull; Commodes &bull; Walkers &bull; Shower chairs &bull; IV poles &bull; Beds &bull; Tables/Chairs</li><li>
Documentation &bull; Documents all care provided, including vital signs, intake and output, meal percentages, equipment used, and patient care.</li><li>
Communication: &bull; Makes presence known before entering a room or private area &bull; Identifies/introduces self to patient and visitors &bull; Explains plan of care to the patient &bull; Does not engage in inappropriate discussions regarding other patients and unit operations &bull; Knows and utilizes all computerized systems to send messages, document care, and communicate patient/unit needs to various departments. &bull; Knows and follows line of communication within the department. &bull; Reports to RN/Charge Nurse pertinent information/significant change in patient condition/patient and family concerns and patient refusal of care in a timely manner. &bull; Reports to RN/Charge Nurse patient&rsquo;s inability to perform self-care and describes actions taken which were ineffective. &bull; Actively collaborates with the RN at the beginning and throughout the shift regarding patient care and data collection.</li><li>
Regulatory agency i.e.: &bull; Ensures that the unit is in continuous survey readiness &bull; No food/drink in nurses station &bull; No open containers in patient pantry &bull; No outside food in patient refrigerator &bull; No boxes etc. or floor &bull; Staff refrigerator kept clean &bull; Linens covered at all times &bull; Keep fire door closed &bull; Maintain clean/tidy nurses station, locker room, pantry</li><li>
Maintain patient confidentiality</li><li>
Ensures confidentiality of patient records and other written information</li><li>
Performs other related duties as assigned.</li></ul>
Required Qualifications:<ul><li>
Req High school or equivalent</li><li>
Req Specialized/technical training Graduate from an accredited Certified Nursing Program. (*Grandfathered from CNA Certification requirement, if hired/transferred prior to 8/2016.)</li><li>
Req Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing.</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications:
<ul><li>Pref 1 year Experience in a health care setting</li></ul>
Required Licenses/Certifications:
<ul><li>Req Certified Nursing Assistant (CA DPH) *Grandfathered from CNA Certification requirement, if hired/transferred prior to 8/2016.</li><li>
Req Basic Life Support (BLS) Healthcare Provider from American Heart Association</li><li>
Req Fire Life Safety Training (LA City) If no card upon hire, one must be obtained within 30 days of hire and maintained by renewal before expiration date. (Required within LA City only)</li></ul> 
The hourly rate range for this position is $22.00&ndash; $37.40. When extending an offer of employment, the University of Southern California considers factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate&rsquo;s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, federal, state, and local laws, contractual stipulations, grant funding, as well as external market and organizational considerations.
<div>Job ID REQ20172792 Posted Date 03/10/2026</div></div>

Patient Care Assistant - 6 EW MedSurg Stepdown - Part Time 12 Hour Days (Non-Exempt) (Union)

Los Angeles Community Hospitals

<div>Position Summary
The Patient Care Technician (PCT) supports the work of the Nursing staff to meet the needs of patients in order to provide safe, efficient, timely and excellent high quality care. Primary duties include taking and recording vital signs, assisting patients with hygiene and elimination, ensuring the safety of the patient, and maintaining a clean and safe unit environment. Assists with stocking unit supplies, operating hospital equipment as directed, performing routine clerical tasks, and assisting with other related duties as assigned. Supports the mission, vision and goals of the organization and meets compliance with regulatory agencies. Demonstrates behavior consistent with the core values and supports the hospital plan and goals of the organization.
Essential Job Functions / Major Areas of Responsibility
The essential functions below are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties that may be assigned to this position, nor does it restrict the duties which may be assigned to this position if such duties reasonably relate to the position.
<ul><li>REPORTING AND DOCUMENTATION OF CARE: Accurately measures and records patient weights and vital signs. Recognizes and reports changes in the patient's condition, takes appropriate action and accurately documents all activities as required. Receives and accurately inventories and secures patient belongings as appropriate
</li><li>PATIENT COMFORT AND PRIVACY: Assists patient with feeding, hygiene, elimination, routine skin care, comfort measures and other Activities of Daily Living (ADL), in consideration of patient age, gender, culture and stated preferences, maintaining patient privacy and respect at all times. Assumes responsibility for maintaining a cleansafe environment. Ensures Infection Control procedures and HIPAA compliance.
</li><li>COLLABORATION FOR PATIENT CARE: Assists with patient care activities as directed by licensed nurse, including specimen collection/transport, turningpositioning, and patient transportation. Performs frequent and hourly rounding to ensure safety and promotes positive patient experience.
</li><li>COMMUNICATION: Actively engages in caring behaviors, taking conscious ownership for work and takes a proactive, deliberate, and thoughtful actions regarding work activities. Demonstrates appropriate use of independent judgement and decision making.</li></ul>
Required Qualifications<ul><li>
High School Diploma or Equivalent</li><li>
AHA Basic Life Support</li><li>
Understanding of basic medical terminology</li><li>
Must be able to read, write and communicate effectively in English</li><li>
Must demonstrate customer service skills appropriate to the job</li><li>
Hospital Fire and Life Safety Card (Los Angeles City Employees only)</li></ul>
Preferred Qualifications<ul><li>
Bilingual skills to communicate effectively with patients and families</li><li>
Six (6) months of experience, within the last three (3) years, in a hospital, clinic or in a SNF/Home Health setting as a nurse assistant, care partner, medical assistant or student nurse with one semester in a clinical setting.</li></ul>
Physical Requirements
Indicate physical requirements for performing the essential functions of the job by double clicking and selecting &lsquo;checked&rsquo; on the boxes below. These are requirements normally expected to perform regular job duties. Reasonable accommodations may be made in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and applicable, state and local law, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Incumbent must be able to successfully perform all of the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
<ul><li>Standing - Constantly
</li><li>Walking - Constantly
</li><li>Sitting - Occasionally
</li><li>Reaching with Hands and Arms - Occasionally
</li><li>Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, or Crawling - Occasionally
</li><li>Talking - Frequently
</li><li>Hearing - Frequently
</li><li>Seeing - Constantly
</li><li>Climb or Balance - None
</li><li>Performing repetitive motions with arms or hands - Occasionally
</li><li>Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 10 lbs - Frequently
</li><li>Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 25 lbs - Occasionally
</li><li>Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 50 lbs - Occasionally
</li><li>Lifting, carrying, pushing, or pulling greater than 50 lbs - Occasionally
</li><li>Driving - None</li></ul>
Pay Rate: $21.90 | Max - $29.40</div>

Patient Care Technician - Full Time, Nights (East Los Angeles)

Central City Community Health Center

LOCATION: S. Central ClinicJOB SUMMARY: As a Medical Assistant, you will support Physicians and Advanced Practice Professionals in delivering patient care. Your responsibilities will include both administrative and clinical duties, as well as assistance with medical procedures. The role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, professionalism, and a compassionate approach to patient care.ACCOUNTABLE TO: Clinic LeadJOB DUTIES: Responsible for accurately executing tasks under the guidance of physicians or advanced practice professionals during patient examinations and treatments, and under the supervision of the clinic lead for administrative duties, which include, but are not limited to, the following:<ul><li>Provide clinical services such as TB skin tests and administration of prescribed medication both oral and injectable.</li><li>Draw blood, prepare, and administer vaccinations, injections, and obtain laboratory specimens.</li><li>Assisting with procedures such as pap smears, wound care, and EKGs</li><li>Prepare patients for healthcare provider examination, position instruments and equipment, and assist the healthcare provider.</li><li>Rooming patients and reviewing medication reconciliation.</li><li>Obtain patient medical history and take appropriate vital signs. Document accordingly in EHR system.</li><li>Greeting patients, arranging appointments for various providers, verifying insurance eligibility information collecting co-pays, scanning insurance documents, and inputting and updating data.</li><li>Scan all medical records into the EHR system.</li><li>Responsible for ensuring the upkeep of current laboratory supplies inventory, back-office logs (daily/monthly), and managing general supplies.</li><li>Answers phones, screens and triage incoming calls, and direct calls appropriately. Reminder calls to patients for upcoming visits or to reschedule missed appointments.</li><li>Adhering to infection control, safety guidelines and confidentiality policies.</li><li>Participate in and assist with the implementation of quality improvement initiatives.</li><li>Attend all required meetings and training courses.</li><li>May be required to pick-up vaccines, medical supplies, etc.</li><li>Consistently demonstrate and uphold CCCHC&rsquo;s principle of providing quality health and human services to the underserved and low-income populations in a culturally sensitive manner.</li><li>Punctuality and Attendance: This is an essential job duty for CCCHC&rsquo;s employees given the impact on patients.</li><li>Adhere to all policies and procedures, including the Employee Handbook.</li><li>All other duties, as assigned.</li></ul>Special Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Attributes:<ul><li>Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgment.</li><li>Familiarity with HIPAA compliance.</li><li>Knowledge of infection control standards and OSHA regulations.</li><li>Experience with electronic health record (EHR) documentation standards.</li><li>Ability to work with diverse and underserved populations</li><li>Communicate effectively and tactfully with patients, customers, managers, and other levels of personnel, in person and on the telephone.</li><li>Plan, be organized, and detail oriented.</li><li>Work well under pressure, take initiative, and be flexible and cooperative.</li><li>Self-motivated and independently productive, while still working as a team.</li><li>Maintain confidentiality of patient information and Company records.</li><li>Work effectively with both employees and managers.</li><li>Convey a positive and professional image to patients and employees.</li><li>Professional appearance and demeanor.</li><li>Demonstrated proficiency in various PC applications, including E-mail, Microsoft Excel, and Word, Internet and networking devices.</li><li>Required to know, follow, and enforce safe work practices, be aware of company policies and procedures related to job safety, including safety rules and regulations.</li><li>Handle multiple tasks while also being tactful, diplomatic, and empathetic.</li><li>Maintain composure under conditions of urgency and/or time constraint, or fast-paced environment.</li></ul>Education and Experience Requirements<ul><li>High School Diploma/GED.</li><li>Medical Assistant Certificate/Diploma</li><li>Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.</li><li>BLS Certification required.</li></ul>Working ConditionsNormal clinic environment with:<ul><li>Medical office environment, In-person in clinic.</li><li>Frequent walking, reaching with hands and arms.</li><li>Occasional stooping, lifting under 20 pounds, and kneeling.</li><li>Occasional driving.</li><li>Potential exposure to hazardous fluids, communicable diseases.</li></ul>Central City Community Health Center, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.Job Type: Full-timePay: $22.00 - $26.00 per hourBenefits:<ul><li>Dental insurance</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Life insurance</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

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