Job Description

General Purpose of Job:

The Ambulatory Clinical Assistant assists nurses in providing basic care and performs specific procedures with patients. The Ambulatory Clinical Assistant works under the supervision and direction of the Department Management Team.

Essential Duties:

This job description is intended to cover the minimum essential duties assigned on a regular basis. Associates may be asked to perform additional duties as assigned by their leader. Leadership has the right to alter or modify the duties of the position.

• Provides basic care and tasks as directed by providers and leadership.
• Performs specific patient procedures and treatments according to Hospital policies, including but not limited to ECG's, vital signs, dressing changes.
• Documents care given and patient response in patient record including lab data entry.
• Cleans and maintains equipment and environment.
• Demonstrates knowledge and use of appropriate equipment and supplies to provide quality patient care.
• Communicates significant information and changes in patient condition to the provider.
• Actively participates as a team member. Constructively addresses patient and team issues to ensure quality patient care and a collaborative work environment.
• Provides patient care chaperone support.
• Provides communication to patient regarding follow-up testing/appointment orders.

Job Requirements

General Requirements	* Basic life support (BLS)
Work Experience	* Minimum 6 months experience as a PCT or CNA in absence of the required education.
Education	* High school diploma, G.E.D. or successful completion of 12 grades combined with continued enrollment in early college program. * Successful completion of Acute Care Nursing Assistant Program OR certified nurse assistant program OR documented completion of Fundamentals of Nursing as a current student in a nursing program
Specialized Knowledge and Skills	* Computer literate. * Interpersonal skills for effective communication. * Excellent attendance * Assumes responsibility for ongoing education and completion of mandatory requirements.