Perioperative Support Specialist — Operating Room

Yale New Haven Health Services Corp.; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 17,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health Services Corp in New Haven, CT is seeking a Perioperative Support Associate to support patient care teams, transport patients, and maintain the sanitary condition of the L & B Unit and the OR. The role emphasizes PFCC principles, first impressions through service excellence, and collaboration with patients, families, physicians, and staff.

The position requires lifting up to 40 pounds, stamina for long periods, and strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• Heavy lifting ability, physical stamina and ability to stand for long periods.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, friendly and cooperative with patients and team.
• Proactive, organized and able to work in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides physical assistance to nursing staff and transports patients throughout the hospital.
• Uses proper patient positioning techniques and equipment during movement and transport.
• Performs cleaning tasks to ensure sanitary condition of the L & B and the OR.
• Sets up cleaning equipment and prepares supplies at the start of each shift.
• Maintains inventory control of medical-surgical equipment and ensures par levels.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Yale New Haven Health Services Corp in New Haven, CT is seeking a Perioperative Support Associate to support patient care teams, transport patients, and maintain the sanitary condition of the L & B Unit and the OR. The role emphasizes PFCC principles, first impressions through service excellence, and collaboration with patients, families, physicians, and staff.

The position requires lifting up to 40 pounds, stamina for long periods, and strong interpersonal skills.