Perioperative Care Assistant - Day Shifts, On-Call

MemorialCare; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Benefits package

Job summary

MemorialCare Long Beach is seeking a Perioperative Patient Care Assistant to join the Surgery Services team. You will perform basic patient care tasks under supervision, support clerical duties, and help maintain a safe, clean perioperative environment in the hospital setting.

The role requires a high school diploma, BLS CPR certification, and preferably prior hospital experience; weekend/on-call coverage may be required and 8-hour day shifts are assigned.

Qualifications

• Prior work experience in an acute hospital setting is preferred.
• Basic knowledge of standard perioperative care procedures.
• Knowledge of medical terminology is recommended.

Responsibilities

• Performs activities as identified on competency checklist while maintaining patient safety, comfort, and privacy.
• Participates as a member of the health care team.
• Respects patient confidentiality at all times.
• Maintains infection control policies and procedures.
• Keeps a safe, clean environment and attends trainings.
• Participates in department meetings and quality projects.
• Assists in orientation of new staff as assigned.

Skills

Acute hospital experience preferred

Perioperative care knowledge

Medical terminology knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalency

American Heart Association CPR & AED certification

Job description

MemorialCare Long Beach is seeking a Perioperative Patient Care Assistant to join the Surgery Services team. You will perform basic patient care tasks under supervision, support clerical duties, and help maintain a safe, clean perioperative environment in the hospital setting.

The role requires a high school diploma, BLS CPR certification, and preferably prior hospital experience; weekend/on-call coverage may be required and 8-hour day shifts are assigned.