Clinical Care Assistant (CCA) Fall 2024

Closing Date:

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

At UAMS we value Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

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Required:

• Must be actively enrolled in a state-approved Nursing School.

• Must have completed Basic Theory/Foundations Course, Skills Check-off and one (1) hospital clinical rotation in a state-approved Nursing Program by start date.

• Must attend daily, M-F (8A-4:30P) mandatory orientation on designated start date to apply.

Preferred:

• Preference will be given to in-state; BSN nursing schools, and/or students who participate in clinical rotations and/or work at UAMS.

Additional Qualifications:

If selected for hire, nursing student is to bring a copy of the nursing school transcript or grade report to validate current nursing school enrollment and completion of basic theory, skills checkoff and one (1) hospital clinical rotation by start date and sign the 'CCA Statement of Eligibility' during Week 1 of orientation.

CCAs hired in June and December are required to attend one (1) week of orientation starting on a designated Monday for 'New Employee Orientation' (morning session) and 'CCA Orientation' (afternoon session) and continuing daily classes, 8A-4:30P thru Friday. If CCA is a current U of A System employee, CCA must contact NurseRecruitment@uams.edu if desire to transfer to another unit and reapply as an Internal Candidate. CCAs must also complete all Human Resources 'New Hire' requirements prior to start date including the New Hire Medical Screening.

To foster professionalism, CCA's are hired for a specific unit and required to work every other weekend to equal a minimum of 8 hours/week, 16 hours/pay period or 32 hours/month unless otherwise authorized by the CSM.

CSM's are responsible for CCA scheduling. CCA's request for schedule changes must be made to the CSM prior to posting the two week schedule in the 'Kronos' scheduling system.

CCA's are expected to fulfill work commitments on unit of assignment prior to working on other units. CCA's will also be pulled according to unit policy.

Call-ins and cancellations are in accordance with Nursing Service Line policy (enter 'Employee Handbook' @ http://hr.uams.edu).

CCA's are expected to provide two weeks written notice for resignations. Failure to comply will be reflected on job references.

CCA's may reapply for a transfer after 6 months based on availability and required to notify NurseRecruitment@uams.edu prior to submitting an application as an Internal Candidate. CCA positions are posted at https://jobs.uams.edu - enter 'Clinical Care Assistant' in the 'search' key.

CCA's are encouraged to seek out learning opportunities and communicate needs with staff. However, since the CCA is an employee not working as a 'nursing student,' CCAs cannot perform any skill outside the CCA role.

CCA's will be evaluated at 90 days and participate in an annual review with CSM.

CCA's are expected to provide written proof, i.e., current Transcript or Grade Report, Registration or Formal Nursing Program Letter to validate active student enrollment to CSM within 30 days after the close of each semester.

CCA's who desire to take the LPN Boards are required to notify the CSM prior to the testing date. If an LPN license is obtained, CCA is required to meet with CSM to review/sign CCA/LPN Disclosure r/t CCA Job Description.

CCA positions expire on the last day of the month of graduation. If CCA accepts a new graduate LPN or RN Resident position, CCA may continue to work as a CCA until transfer but must complete a minimum of 32 hours/month.

Employees in this role must be fitted for, capable of donning and performing routine tasks in personal protective equipment to include N95 masks, Powered Air Purifying Respirators (PAPR) or Controlled Air Purifying Respirators (CAPR).

Additional Information:

The tentative start dates for these positions is December 9th or December 16th (Dates have been revised).

• Current University of Arkansas (U of A) System employees should apply through Workday (Internal Applicant) in Career app - Please make sure to update your employee profile with your resume prior to applying.

• Non-U of A employees should apply through the UAMS career site at jobs.uams.edu (External Applicant).

Physical Requirements:

• Hear, Concentrate, and Think Analytically

• Frequent Physical Activity: Stand, Walk, Read, Talk, Use hands to Touch, Handle or Feel

• Occasional Physical Activity: Sit, Bend, Crawl, Crouch, Kneel, Stoop, Reach Overhead, Taste or Smell

• Lift/Carry Weight: 11-25 lbs.

• Push/Pull Weight: 50 lbs. or more

• Physical Environment: Inside Medical Facility

• Noise Level: Moderate

• Visual Requirements: Near Visual Acuity, Far Visual Acuity, Color Discrimination, Depth Perception, and Peripheral Vision

• Hazards: Biological, Chemical, Electrical, Radiation, Sharp Objects/Tools, Dust, or Fumes/Gases/Odors

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.