Part-Time Pre-Op Care Aide: Patient Transport & Support

Ohio Valley Surgical Hospital; Springfield (OH); On-site; USD 18,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Ohio Valley Surgical Hospital in Springfield, OH is seeking a Part-Time Pre-Op Patient Care Assistant. The role supports the Surgical Hospital team with patient transport, basic pre-op care, room turnover, and equipment handling in a fast-paced perioperative setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with patient flow, maintaining cleanliness, inventory control, and adhering to safety policies. Prior ambulatory surgery or acute-care experience is preferred; BLS is required upon hire.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Previous work experience in an ambulatory surgery center, acute-care facility, or long-term care setting preferred.
• BLS certification required upon hire.
• Basic computer skills or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Transports patients of all ages to and from various areas within the facility ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Assists with limited patient care in the pre-op and recovery unit under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Assists with bay clean-up, preparation and room turnover.
• Utilizes transport, positioning, procedural, and safety equipment properly.
• Assists with routine care, maintenance, and troubleshooting of designated equipment and devices.
• Assists with maintaining the cleanliness of the peri-operative environment during daily activity.
• Provides assistance with daily inventory control for medical and office supplies.
• Assists with other general facility duties as required and as directed by the RN, Manager or Director.
• Demonstrates knowledge of safety policies and initiates corrective/preventive measures.
• Displays a team approach to ensure optimal patient care and positive working environment.
• Communicates patient information to office and clinical staff.
• Assists with continuous patient flow by prepping pre-operative area with clean stretchers/recliners.
• Assists with removal of dirty linens and trash disposal.
• Runs errands as instructed by Supervisors.
• Maintains patient/facility confidentiality at all times.
• Conducts tasks with efficiency and professionalism.

Skills

BLS certification

High school diploma

Basic computer skills

Ambulatory surgery center experience

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

BLS Certification

Job description

Ohio Valley Surgical Hospital in Springfield, OH is seeking a Part-Time Pre-Op Patient Care Assistant. The role supports the Surgical Hospital team with patient transport, basic pre-op care, room turnover, and equipment handling in a fast-paced perioperative setting.

Responsibilities include assisting with patient flow, maintaining cleanliness, inventory control, and adhering to safety policies. Prior ambulatory surgery or acute-care experience is preferred; BLS is required upon hire.