All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:
· Benefits from Day One
· Paid Days Off from Day One
· Student Loan Repayment Program
· Career Development
· Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
· Mental Health Resources and Support
Our promise to you:
Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.
Schedule: Full-Time
Shift : Days, 8:30am - 5pm, Monday -Friday
Location: Orlando
The role you’ll contribute:
The Cardiovascular Assistant works under supervision of the Nurse or Invasive Technologist, assisting in performing specific duties and activities for patients of all age groups. This includes transportation, assisting with positioning, and patient preparation for procedures as required. Responsible for environmental needs in the department and acting as a runner. Adheres to the Advent Health Corporate Compliance Plan and to all rules and regulations of all applicable local, state and federal agencies and accrediting bodies. Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all.
The value you’ll bring to the team:
• Cleans between cases, monitor terminal cleans (performs, if necessary), cleans electronic equipment in room(s). Communicates with EVS on following issues: soiled utility room, mops, supplies, doctors’ lounge and waiting room. Removes and replaces “black boxes” and “sharp boxes” as dated or used.
• Ensures safe transport, transfer and positioning of patients utilizing good body mechanics. Maintains patient privacy and dignity at all times. Adheres to policies related to patient identification and confidentiality.
• Participates in the preparation of the patient for procedures as directed by Nurse or Invasive Technologist. Cooperates as part of the multidisciplinary team by communicating pertinent patient information to the Nurse or Invasive Technologist and completing delegated duties as directed.
• Ensures appropriate disposition of supplies, labs and specimens. May remove medications from the pneumatic tube system for immediate delivery to the Nurse or Invasive Technologist or for securing purposes in the medication room. Completes duties within assigned timeframes.
• Efficient and organized, assists team with safe and appropriate turnovers. Readily available to perform all duties.
• Promotes a safe environment. Takes appropriate action in emergency situations, utilizes knowledge and awareness to control hazards which may endanger patients, visitors and employees, identifies and reports environmental concerns to the management team. Ensures adherence to appropriate regulatory standards and Advent Health policies and procedures.
• Follows CDC isolation guidelines, properly uses PPE, performs hand washing according to policy and enforces safety regulations. Strictly adheres to all infection control practices.
• Supports the customer and employee satisfaction activities of the organization. Maintains good relationships with physicians, management, other departments, and staff
• Supports quality standards and initiatives set by the department. Adheres to all policies and procedures.
Qualifications
The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed:
REQUIRED:
• Ability to communicate by reading, writing legibly, speaking and comprehending English effectively in order to carry out job requirements
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
PREFERRED:
• High School Diploma or GED
• Previous experience in an acute care hospital setting
• Patient Care Tech experience
This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.
Category: Cardiology
Organization: AdventHealth Orlando
Schedule: Full-time
Shift: 1 - Day
Req ID: 24043375
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.