Peri-Operative Asst

North Idaho Eye Institute, P.A.; Coeur d'Alene (ID); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

North Idaho Eye Institute, P.A. invites you to join our ambulatory surgery team as a Peri-Operative Assistant, supporting patients from admission to discharge in a fast-paced environment.

You will work with nurses, surgeons and anesthesia providers to ensure a safe, efficient patient journey. Duties include admissions, transport, chart preparation, instrument processing, sterile setup and OR turnover, plus maintaining a clean, organized surgical space; you may assist with medical records and

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient admissions, transport, and discharge activities.
• Support patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Prepare and maintain patient charts and surgical documentation.
• Safely transport patients to and from the operating room.
• Review pre-operative and post-operative instructions with patients.
• Assist with operating room setup and turnover.
• Process and sterilize surgical instruments.
• Support anesthesia and nursing staff during procedures as directed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment.
• Restock supplies and prepare treatment areas for upcoming cases.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Make a difference in a patient's surgical experience from start to finish. Join our fast-paced ambulatory surgery team where you'll play a vital role in delivering exceptional patient care. As a Peri-Operative Assistant, you'll support patients throughout their surgical journey while assisting nurses, surgeons, and anesthesia providers in a collaborative and rewarding environment. If you're passionate about healthcare, enjoy helping others, and thrive in a team-oriented setting, we'd love to hear from you. The Peri-Operative Assistant provides direct patient care support under the supervision of a Registered Nurse while assisting with various peri-operative and surgical support functions. This position plays a key role in ensuring a safe, efficient, and positive experience for patients undergoing surgical procedures. Responsibilities include patient admissions, transport, discharge support, sterile setup, instrument processing, chart preparation, and maintaining a clean and organized surgical environment. Additional duties may include assisting with medical records, supporting anesthesia and nursing staff, and providing departmental support as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with patient admissions, transport, and discharge activities.
• Support patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Prepare and maintain patient charts and surgical documentation.
• Safely transport patients to and from the operating room.
• Review pre-operative and post-operative instructions with patients.
• Assist with operating room setup and turnover.
• Process and sterilize surgical instruments.
• Support anesthesia and nursing staff during procedures as directed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment.
• Restock supplies and prepare treatment areas for upcoming cases.
• Perform other duties as assigned.