Lead Surgical Aide - St. John's Hospital

Fairview Health Services; Maplewood (MN); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairview Health Services in Maplewood, MN, is seeking a Lead Surgical Aide for an 80-hour biweekly schedule on the evening shift, Monday–Friday, with rotating weekends. This hybrid leadership role oversees the Surgical Aide team and optimizes OR patient flow.

The position requires two years of college in biological sciences and BLS certification, with understanding of aseptic technique and medication security. Prior OR experience is preferred; benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Two years of college coursework in biology, physiology, anatomy, or related scientific fields.
• Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc or Red Cross).
• Understands basic aseptic technique.
• Understands the security requirements of medications and IV solutions.

Responsibilities

• Remain in the Surgical Services Department except during scheduled breaks/mealtimes, during transport, or completing out of department anesthesia turnovers.
• Perform all duties associated with Surgical Aide role
• Make daily assignments Surgical Aides to OR’s
• Ensure that all Surgical Aides responsibilities are completed daily.
• Coordinate, prioritize and delegate work
• Ensure availability of Surgical Aide personnel for all OR turnover
• Assign assistance with transport as needed.
• Coordinate lunch and break relief
• Communicate/coordinate with others
• Coach/mentor Surgical Aide staff members
• Participates in committees and process improvement projects
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Skills

Leadership

Education

Two years of college coursework in biology/physiology/anatomy

Job description

Job Overview

Fairview has an immediate opening for a Lead Surgical Aide at St. John's Hospital, located in Maplewood, MN.

This is a 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period), benefits-eligible opening on evening shift, Monday - Friday, 2:30PM - 11PM, with rotating weekends.

The Lead Surgical Aide functions in a hybrid role that serves as team lead within the Surgical Aide team and performs Surgical Aide duties in the department. Provides leadership to surgical aides by setting examples and standards for the staff. Assists in management of daily patient flow within the OR. Coordinates surgical aides' workflow to maximize efficiency and productivity in the OR.

Primary Responsibilities

• Remains in the Surgical Services Department (PACU, SAU, OR and Anesthesia) except during scheduled breaks/mealtimes, during transport, or completing out of department anesthesia turnovers.
• Perform all duties associated with Surgical Aide role
• Make daily assignments Surgical Aides to OR’s
• Ensure that all Surgical Aides responsibilities are completed daily.
• Coordinate, prioritize and delegate work
• Ensure availability of Surgical Aide personnel for all OR turnover
• Assign assistance with transport as needed.
• Coordinate lunch and break relief
• Communicate/coordinate with others
• Coach/mentor Surgical Aide staff members
• Participates in committees and process improvement projects
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Required Qualifications

• Education: Two years of college coursework in biology, physiology, anatomy, or related scientific fields.
• Certification: Basic Life Support (American Heart Assoc or Red Cross)
• Experience: Understands basic aseptic technique.
• Understands the security requirements of medications and IV solutions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in a surgical setting
• Previous related medical experience, operating room experience or completion of related medical/science college-level courses, certificate, or degree preferred.
• Previous healthcare or operating room experience or medical training preferred.
• Candidates who are interested in pursuing an advanced medical career; or candidates who are in school or planning to attend school for a healthcare, medical, or science degree or certification; or candidates interested in pursuing a hospital-related bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Benefit Overview

Fairview offers a generous benefits package, including but not limited to medical, dental, vision, PTO/vacation and Safe and Sick Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/helocalseiu

Compensation Disclaimer

The posted compensation range corresponds to the minimum and maximum pay rates outlined in your union agreement for the respective job classifications at the time of job posting. An individual's pay rate within this range may be influenced by various factors, including FTE, skills, knowledge, educational background, and qualifying experience as specified in the contract. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status