Perioperative Assistant, Per Diem Days, VOLOL Camden

Virtua; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Virtua Health is hiring for a Per Diem, part-time Patient Care Technician to support perioperative services on-site in New Jersey. The role includes on-call duties and 1st shift responsibilities, with an hourly rate in the posted range.

The position requires a high school diploma and BLS certification. Responsibilities include patient and equipment transport, OR turnover, and basic care tasks, with opportunities to contribute to safe, efficient perioperative care and assist the Product

Qualifications

• Previous patient care experience/skills preferred.
• High School diploma or equivalent (GED).

Responsibilities

• Prioritizes OR suite cleaning for room turnover and cleans common areas within the perioperative area using prescribed procedures.
• Assists with transferring, transporting and positioning of patients while using correct body mechanics.
• Assists in OR set-up for each case, moving essential equipment into the room and cleaning/putting away equipment after cases.
• Handles and transports specimens according to policies and procedures.
• Stocks shelves, linen, and fluids according to par levels; assists in putting away warehouse supplies daily.

Job description

At Virtua Health, we exist for one reason - to better serve you. That means being here for you in all the moments that matter, striving each day to connect you to the care you need. Whether that’s wellness and prevention, experienced specialists, life-changing care, or something in-between — we are your partner in health devoted to building a healthier community. If you live or work in South Jersey, exceptional care is all around. Our medical and surgical experts are among the best in the country. We assembled more than 14,000 colleagues, including over 2,850 skilled and compassionate doctors, physician assistants, and nurse practitioners equipped with the latest technologies, treatments, and techniques to provide exceptional care close to home. A Magnet‑recognized health system ranked by U.S. News and World Report, we've received multiple awards for quality, safety, and outstanding work environment. In addition to five hospitals, seven emergency departments, seven urgent care centers, and more than 280 other locations, we're committed to the well‑being of the community. That means bringing life‑changing resources and health services directly into our communities through our Eat Well food access program, telehealth, home health, rehabilitation, mobile screenings, paramedic programs, and convenient online scheduling. We're also affiliated with Penn Medicine for cancer and neurosciences, and the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia for pediatrics.

Location: Lourdes Health System - 1600 Haddon Ave

Remote Type: On-Site

Employment Type: Employee

Employment Classification: Per Diem

Time Type: Part time

Work Shift: 1st Shift (United States of America)

Total Weekly Hours: 0

Job Information

Requires on call per department needs.

Summary

Provides basic care services including patient, specimen, and equipment transport along with room cleaning, light maintenance and linen management.

Assist Product Coordinator with unpacking and delivery of supplies from warehouse.

Position Responsibilities

• Prioritizes OR suite cleaning for room Turnover and cleans common areas within the perioperative area using prescribed procedures.
• Assists with transferring, transporting and positioning of patients while using correct body mechanics.
• Assists in OR set-up for each case, having essential equipment moved into the room. Following case, cleans and puts away equipment not needed. Transports and handles essential equipment per policies and procedures.
• Handles and transports specimens according to policies and procedures.
• Stocks shelves in compliance with par levels, stocks linen and fluids. Responsible with assisting Products Coordinator in putting away all warehouse supplies on a daily basis.

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required

Previous patient care experience/skills preferred.

Required Education

High School diploma or equivalent (GED).

Training/Certifications/Licensure

BLS Certification.

Hourly Rate: $18.26 - $22.38The actual salary/rate will vary based on applicant's experience as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance; health and dependent care flexible spending accounts; 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement); paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.

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