Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $16.25 - $22.00
Work Schedule
Flexible
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Shift Differentials
Sign-On Bonus
Professional Development
Retirement Plan
Job Description
Banner Health is a renowned healthcare organization recognized for its commitment to delivering exceptional medical services and fostering a supportive work environment. Operating as a comprehensive health system, Banner Health serves numerous communities with a range of medical specialties and cutting-edge treatments. Banner University Medical Center Phoenix, part of this expansive network, stands out as a nationally recognized academic medical center with a Level 1 Trauma designation. It collaborates closely with the University of Arizona College of Medicine to promote medical research, advanced clinical care, and educational excellence. This facility boasts over 730 licensed beds and diverse specialized units, underscoring its leadership in healthcare innovation and patient-centered care.
Banner University Medical Center Phoenix is actively seeking a Certified Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to join its esteemed Labor and Delivery Unit. This role is central to delivering high-quality and compassionate care to patients and families during labor and delivery. The position is full-time with day shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM, featuring an attractive compensation package that includes an 18% night shift differential and an additional $1 per hour weekend shift differential. Licensed CNAs/LNAs are also eligible for a $3,000 sign-on bonus, reflecting the facility’s commitment to rewarding valuable clinical staff. The Labor and Delivery Unit encompasses a 20-bed L&D area, a 4-bed post-anesthesia care unit (PACU), four operating rooms, and a 12-bed obstetrics triage unit, making it a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
In this critical role, the Patient Care Assistant collaborates closely with nursing staff and other healthcare professionals to support daily patient care activities. Responsibilities include assisting patients with daily living tasks such as hygiene, mobility, and nutrition, as well as performing vital signs collection, specimen transportation, and documentation. The PCA is trained to recognize and report patient changes promptly to licensed professionals, aiding in the continuity of care. The unit is accredited by the Arizona Perinatal Trust as a Level III Center, indicating its capability to care for high-risk obstetric patients, including specialized programs for higher-order multiples and placenta accreta management.
Working at Banner University Medical Center Phoenix means being part of a multidisciplinary team committed to delivering safe, evidence-based care using state-of-the-art medical technology. The institution supports professional growth, offering advanced training opportunities and utilizing self-scheduling tools for shift and weekend coverage flexibility. Employees engage in a workplace culture that values excellent customer service, teamwork, and adherence to rigorous regulatory standards. Those who join Banner Health’s Labor and Delivery team will experience a rewarding career path where their contributions directly impact patient outcomes and community health. Banner Health prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing an equitable and drug-free work environment that respects and supports all employees.
Banner University Medical Center Phoenix is actively seeking a Certified Patient Care Assistant (PCA) to join its esteemed Labor and Delivery Unit. This role is central to delivering high-quality and compassionate care to patients and families during labor and delivery. The position is full-time with day shifts from 7:00 AM to 7:30 PM, featuring an attractive compensation package that includes an 18% night shift differential and an additional $1 per hour weekend shift differential. Licensed CNAs/LNAs are also eligible for a $3,000 sign-on bonus, reflecting the facility’s commitment to rewarding valuable clinical staff. The Labor and Delivery Unit encompasses a 20-bed L&D area, a 4-bed post-anesthesia care unit (PACU), four operating rooms, and a 12-bed obstetrics triage unit, making it a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
In this critical role, the Patient Care Assistant collaborates closely with nursing staff and other healthcare professionals to support daily patient care activities. Responsibilities include assisting patients with daily living tasks such as hygiene, mobility, and nutrition, as well as performing vital signs collection, specimen transportation, and documentation. The PCA is trained to recognize and report patient changes promptly to licensed professionals, aiding in the continuity of care. The unit is accredited by the Arizona Perinatal Trust as a Level III Center, indicating its capability to care for high-risk obstetric patients, including specialized programs for higher-order multiples and placenta accreta management.
Working at Banner University Medical Center Phoenix means being part of a multidisciplinary team committed to delivering safe, evidence-based care using state-of-the-art medical technology. The institution supports professional growth, offering advanced training opportunities and utilizing self-scheduling tools for shift and weekend coverage flexibility. Employees engage in a workplace culture that values excellent customer service, teamwork, and adherence to rigorous regulatory standards. Those who join Banner Health’s Labor and Delivery team will experience a rewarding career path where their contributions directly impact patient outcomes and community health. Banner Health prioritizes diversity, equity, and inclusion, providing an equitable and drug-free work environment that respects and supports all employees.
Job Requirements
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge
- Current BLS certification
- Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in state of practice required for new hires and transfers
- Skills and abilities typically attained with 1 year of medical clerical experience
- Excellent organizational skills
- Effective human relations and communication skills
- Working knowledge of medical terminology and computer literacy and keyboarding skills
- Depending on department assignment, minimum passing score of 85% on ECG or EEG test
- Successful completion of either a unit approved basic electrocardiogram interpretation course or electroencephalographic interpretation course
- Possess Arizona Fingerprint Clearance Card if working in behavioral health or home care settings
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma/GED or equivalent working knowledge
- Current BLS certification
- Current Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in state of practice required for new hires and transfers
- Skills and abilities typically attained with 1 year of medical clerical experience
- Excellent organizational skills
- Effective human relations and communication skills
- Working knowledge of medical terminology and computer literacy and keyboarding skills
- Depending on department assignment, minimum passing score of 85% on ECG or EEG test with accurate identification of all lethal cardiac dysrhythmias and epileptiform activity
- Successful completion of a unit approved basic electrocardiogram interpretation course or electroencephalographic interpretation course
Job Duties
- Provide assistance in activities of daily living and complete necessary tasks to promote patient health, including assisting patients with basic hygiene needs, maintaining an optimum level of mobility and providing assistance with nutritional intake as needed
- Collect patient specimens and data, including vital signs, input/output and other delegated measurements in accordance with unit/facility policy and standards of care
- Recognize and report abnormalities and/or changes in the patient's health status and responses to treatment to a licensed professional
- Perform procedures and use equipment as delegated by a licensed professional, consistent with demonstrated competencies and according to state scope of practice
- Perform receptionist/clerical duties to support overall operating efficiency and effective flow of communication and information throughout the department
- Maintain a complete patient record with admission, transfer, and discharge information, progress notes, and consent forms
- Maintain adequate levels of office, dietary, and medical supplies and complete requisition forms when supplies need to be ordered
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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