Assist in the delivery of direct patient care under the supervision of a professional nurse. Supports operational functions in the PACU/Preop at the East Ann Arbor Surgery Center. Assists in obtaining and caring for equipment. Helps maintain a safe and clean environment.

• Assist in patient admission and discharge procedures.
• Obtain and record vital signs. Assist in preparing patients for surgery.
• Assist with preparing patients for discharge.
• Assist with maintaining unit stock. 
• Work in MiChart.
• Adheres to high standards of teamwork by demonstrating adaptability and flexibility.
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team member are crucial, as well as being highly motivated and organized, with a strong desire to learn.
• Effective time management, as well as excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Candidate will demonstrate excellent customer service skills as well as excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Works well with minimal supervision.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Complete annual mandatory competencies. 
• Any other tasks delegated by RN or Nursing leadership. 

• Graduation from high school or an equivalent combination of education and experience

• Reasonable knowledge of methods, materials and equipment used in laboratory and/or patient care activities
• Previous experience in an ambulatory care clinical setting or Preop/PACU. 
• Completion of a certified nurse or medical assistant program (Certification preferred).
• Progressive knowledge of methods, procedures, materials, and equipment of the designated area is necessary.
• One of the following:
  • Junior status in an accredited BSN program
  • 2nd year in accredited ADN program
  • A minimum 1-year recent experience in an unlicensed assistive role in a patient care setting, such as nurse aide in a hospital setting
  • A minimum two years' experience in in an unlicensed assistive role in a patient care setting in a nursing home or other health care environment
  • Progressive knowledge in methods, procedures, materials and equipment of designated area is necessary.
  • BLS Certification required

• Shift/Hours/Days: Straight Day Shift with variable start times: 0530, 0600, 0630, 0700 or 0800; Four (4) Ten (10) Hour shifts; Monday through Friday, various days. (Hours may be variable based on patient and volume needs, with flexibility required)

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the Service Employees International Union (SEIU), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings.  Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days.  The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

The University of Michigan is an equal employment opportunity employer.

About University of Michigan - Ann Arbor

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