PACU Assistant — Perioperative Care Support

Orthopedic-Surgical-Center-of-the-North-Shore; Proctor (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Job summary

Orthopedic-Surgical-Center-of-the-North-Shore seeks a dedicated unit assistant to support nurses and surgical staff in its perioperative environment. Under RN guidance, you will help implement patient care plans, prepare patients pre- and postoperatively, and assist in the operating room and sterile central areas.

The role requires a High School Diploma, BLS, and strong communication, with emphasis on confidentiality and infection control.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification required.
• One-year medical office experience; surgical center experience preferred.
• Familiarity with HIPAA, insurance regulations, policies and procedures.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multi-task in a high-volume environment.
• Understanding of electronic medical systems.
• Organized, reliable and professional with confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Assist nurses and surgical technologists in day-to-day perioperative tasks.
• Support RN in implementing patient care plans during perioperative care.
• Assist in preoperative and postoperative areas as required.
• Assist in operating room and sterile central as needed.
• Prepare preoperative patients and manage belongings.
• Apply EKG leads, oxygen saturation probes and BP cuffs; record vital signs.
• Assist with post-operative nourishment and discharge by mobilizing patients.
• Restock and clean pre/postoperative areas and turnover of ORs.
• Maintain infection control and confidentiality at all times.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Multitasking

Professional etiquette

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Electronic medical systems

Office equipment & software

HIPAA knowledge

Job description

Orthopedic-Surgical-Center-of-the-North-Shore seeks a dedicated unit assistant to support nurses and surgical staff in its perioperative environment. Under RN guidance, you will help implement patient care plans, prepare patients pre- and postoperatively, and assist in the operating room and sterile central areas.

The role requires a High School Diploma, BLS, and strong communication, with emphasis on confidentiality and infection control.