Part Time Surgical Support Associate

Mercy Hospital St. Louis Critical Care Medicine Fellowship; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a dedicated nursing assistant to assist in individualized patient care under supervision. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, infection prevention, and use of unit technology to communicate and document care. Requires a high school diploma and BLS certification; CNA may be required depending on location.

Physical demands include lifting up to 50 pounds and sustained standing. Join a supportive Mercy team committed to patient wellness and continuous quality improvement across

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS required or may obtain within 90 days of hire.
• CNA may be required per location of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assists in individualized patient care under supervision.
• Performs designated clinical procedures and non-clinical tasks.
• Works cooperatively with others as part of a team to support patient safety.

Skills

Teamwork

Patient care

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Under the direction of the perioperative leader, assists in the individualized care of the patient to achieve the patient’s highest level of wellness. Works cooperatively with others as part of a team; recognizes the importance of group goals. Performs designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to providing care to the patient.

Position Details

• Required Education:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferred Education:
• Experience:
  • None required.
• Licensure:
  • None required.
• Certifications:
  • BLS required or may obtain within 90 days of hire. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) may be required per location of employment.
• Other: Minimum Physical Requirements
  • Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis
  • Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift
  • Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties

Safety/Risk Management

• Follows Mercy policy and procedures related to safety, confidentiality, and patient rights/regulations.
• Demonstrates knowledge of and practices sound infection prevention techniques.
• Assesses safety needs and provides for a safe environment: ex: Fall Precautions; Restraint Management; Patient Identification; Unit/Departmental Specific Policies; Safe Patient Handling
• Participates in Quality Improvement activities that ensure and enhance quality of patient care.

Technology

• Utilizes unit specific technology to perform daily tasks and maintain appropriate communications (ex: computer, pagers, zone phones, Rover, etc.).

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.