Orange, California Day – 12hrs (United States of America) The Clinical Associate is responsible for supporting nurses, physicians & other hospital staff in administering holistic care to patients with various injuries, illnesses or disabilities and assisting with day to day tasks. Functions in multiple roles on the designated unit to provide clerical, secretarial and house keeping support. Works collaboratively with nurses, physicians, patients, ancillary services and other internal and external customers to provide quality patient care. Minimum $19.50 Midpoint $19.50 Maximum $20.50

• Required: Clinical work experience in a healthcare environment or completion of CNA training or EMT training or Medical Assistant training or student nurse who has completed at least one (1) quarter or semester of clinical experience.

• Required: High School Diploma/ GED or equivalent.
• Preferred: Post high school education classes related to healthcare. Enrolled in nursing school with completion of one (1) quarter or semester of clinical experience.

• Required: Comprehensive Crisis Management Certification within 90 days of hire.

• Required: Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area. Ability to follow oral and written instructions. Ability to speak, read, write, and understand English effectively at a level appropriate for the safe and effective performance of the job. Ability to follow computer downtime procedures. Strong knowledge of medical terminology. Ability to prioritize assigned tasks and meet all expectations for the completion of assigned roles. Effective interpersonal communication skills. Ability to consistently function in an environment that includes varying unpredictable or crises situations. Ability to think critically; work independently; manage multiple assignments; work well under pressure; problem solve; organize and prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail.
• Preferred: Bilingual, Previous hospital/mental health experience related to de-escalation and creating a safe and therapeutic environment.

• Required: Basic Life Support (BLS).

Light - Moderate energy level Lift and carry 25-35 lbs. Push/pull 50-100 lbs. (ie. empty bed, stretcher). Bending, Carry Objects, Climbing, Keyboard use/repetitive motion, Pinching/fine motor activities, Push/Pull, Reaching forward, Reaching overhead, Sitting, Squat/kneel/crawl (Squad & Knee), Standing, Talk or hear, Taste or smell, Twisting, Walking, Wrist position deviation Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Floor to waist level) - Occasional 0-35%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Constant 67 or more%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Frequent 36-66%, Lifting (Waist level and above) - Occasional 0-35% Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, Far Vision, Hearing, Near Vision Airborn Communicable Disease, Bloodborne Pathogens, Chemical, Dust Particular Matter, Extreme Noise Levels, Extreme Temperatures, Radiation, Uneven Surfaces or Elevations