Medical/Surgical - Pediatric Acute Care

Per Diem

78205BR

Job Summary

The Patient Care Assistant (PCA) receives daily assignments and functions under the supervision of the Registered Nurse to carry out direct patient care responsibilities. All patient care team members act to meet patient needs and learn new skills to achieve quality patient care and customer service. Team members promote a cooperative working relationship with each other, other staff, and the public by facilitating and enhancing communication, displaying honesty and respect, displaying sensitivity to age specific needs and cultural differences, and expressing and accepting feedback in a professional manner.

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Please note: The compensation ranges listed online for roles not covered by a bargaining unit agreement are very wide, however a job offer will typically fall in the range of 80% - 120% of the established mid-point. An offer will take into consideration the experience of the final candidate AND the current salary level of individuals working at UCSF in a similar role.

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Department Description

C5 Medical-Surgical, Pediatrics (C5 MSP) is comprised of a 28-bed pediatric medical surgical unit that provides comprehensive inpatient care to children and families experiencing a wide variety of acute and chronic medical conditions or recent surgery. Patients range in age from neonates to adolescents.

This unit offers the opportunity to work with many dynamic health care teams. The unit supports 17 pediatric sub-specialties, including immunology, GI, renal, neurology and neurosurgery, general major abdominal surgery, liver and kidney transplant, and adolescent medicine (eating disorders).

Required Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively within a team
• Ability to satisfactorily perform job duties as defined in the job description
• Willingness to be taught/learn new skills
• Ability to understand and communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic computations (addition and subtraction)
• Ability to organize and effectively set priorities
• Ability to carry out duties of first responder in emergency situations
• Successful completion of Medical Center Patient Care Assistant training
• Basic computer skills
• The flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Health locations

Preferred Qualifications

• Certified Nursing Assistant Previous PCA / Nursing Assistant experience in a pediatric acute care setting
• Current nursing student who has completed a Medical Surgical rotation
• Knowledge of medical terminology appropriate to the responsibilities of the job

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what's possible for the patients we serve - a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report - UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Health

Job Code and Payroll Title

009234 PAT CARE AST PD

Job Category

Support Services

Bargaining Unit

American Federation of State, County and Municipal Employees - Patient Care Technical Unit (AFSCME-EX)

Employee Class

Per Diem

Percentage

20%

Location

Mission Bay (SF)

Shift

Weekends, Variable

Shift Length

12 Hours