About this opportunity
University of Rochester lists this Ambulatory Tech I opportunity in rochester, New York. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Strong Memorial Hospital
nFull time
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nAs a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.
nJob Location (Full Address):
n601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642
nOpening:
nWork Shift:
nUR - Day (United States of America)
nRange:
nCompensation Range:
n$19.15 - $25.85
nThe referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
nResponsibilities:
nGENERAL PURPOSE:
nUnder general direction from Nursing Leadership, assists providers during exams. Performs a variety of clinical tasks in support of patient care in out-patient clinics including a variety of technical, procedural and information systems tasks involving patient care functions affecting the comfort, care and safety of patients.
nESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
nnnApplies clinical knowledge while assisting provider during exam. Anticipates provider needs and adapts to the complexity of the patient.
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nnAttaches patient to diagnostic and medical equipment, including but not limited to, dynamapp, pulse oximeter, EKG, cardiac monitor and pneumatic tourniquet.
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nnProvides information, comfort and care to patient during the exam by explaining next steps, systems and status. Ensures supplies and equipment are readily available for smooth operations and patient safety. Gives patient provider's pre-printed instructions for discharge.
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nnAnticipates and ensures the correct number and type of supplies are available in each exam room at all times. Ensures equipment/supplies are available for provider based on individual provider preference.
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nnResponsible for efficient room utilization and ensures patient wait time is minimized.
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nnEscorts patients from the waiting area to exam areas. Obtains vital signs. Performs diagnostic testing and specimen collection per provider order. Accurately labels, logs and processes specimens according to protocol and follows all laboratory policies at all times.
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nnEnters patient data, condition and care given into electronic medical record system. Performs administrative duties as assigned, which may include scheduling and registration.
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nnMaintains adequacy of clinical equipment and medical supply levels needed for patient care and patient safety, which may require reordering, stocking, and cleaning. Conducts inventory of supplies, rotates inventory, monitors expiration dates, requisitions needed supplies from internal and external vendors, reconciles orders with delivery, and tracks utilization for cost trending purposes. Makes recommendations regarding opportunities to decrease cost in use of equipment and supplies. Interacts and solves problems with purchasing department when products are on back order.
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nnImplements standard infection prevention measures, such as proper hand hygiene and contact/isolation precautions, according to established protocols. Monitors infection prevention practices for breaches and suggests/initiates corrections.
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nnWith RN oversight, precepts new employees to the area, providing detailed overview of requirements and ensuring competence in all area of practices.
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nnMay assist providers with patient processes as a surgical procedure assistant. Prepares room and instrumentation for procedure. Provides standard, basic instruction to the patient regarding the procedure. Anticipates provider needs during the procedure, obtains additional instrumentation as needed, accurately prepares specimens for the lab and dresses wounds at wound site at the completion of the procedure. Checks and calibrates equipment according to equipment protocol. Sets up sterile fields as required. Preps instrument tray for procedure. Sterilizes instruments. Prepares specimens in appropriate preservative medium as ordered by provider and labels appropriately. Ensures accuracy for all requisitions and verifies all specimens are labeled and logged correctly. Reviews discharge instructions with patient as prepared by provider.
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nnOther duties as assigned.
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n nMINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
nnnHigh School diploma or equivalent and 1 year experience in customer focused/service setting required
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nnAssociate's degree preferred
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nnOr equivalent combination of education and experience
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n nKNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
nnKnowledge of medical terminology, procedures and computer experience preferred
n nLICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
nThe University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
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nLearn. Discover. Heal. Create.
nLocated in western New York, Rochester is our namesake and our home. One of the world’s leading research universities, Rochester has a long tradition of breaking boundaries—always pushing and questioning, learning and unlearning. We transform ideas into enterprises that create value and make the world ever better.
nIf you’re looking for a career in higher education or health care, the University of Rochester may offer the perfect opportunity for your background and goals.
nAt the University of Rochester, we are committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture and are united by a strong commitment to be ever better—Meliora. It is an ideal that informs our shared mission to ensure all members of our community feel safe, respected, included, and valued.
Worksite address
rochester, NY, 14600, US
Who can apply
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