Surgery Aide

Sinai-Grace Hospital; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 29,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health System is seeking an individual to indirectly provide patient care to perioperative patients across the age spectrum, following established practices and standards. The role supports the mission, completes competencies within the introductory period, and performs related duties as assigned.

Minimum education is a high school diploma or equivalent, with preferred hospital experience as a surgical attendant or nursing assistant. AHA BLS must be obtained within 60 days of hire.

Qualifications

• MINIMUM EDUCATION: High School Graduate or equivalent
• PREFERRED EDUCATION:
• MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None
• PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Hospital experience as a surgical attendant or nursing assistant.
• REQUIRED COURSES/COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR): Must have active healthcare provider Basic Life Support on hire (ARC or AHA); however, must have AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Sets up room to meet the required needs and makes adjustments as directed
• Assists in positioning and securing patient on correct operating table at designated time and performs patient care procedures as directed by RN
• Cleans and maintains OR equipment in assigned area
• Cleans operating room equipment and assigned areas
• Escorts or transports patients applying appropriate transfer techniques
• Delivers specimens to laboratories as directed
• Stocks supplies and reports items for reorder
• Serves as a role model for service excellence and commits to Studer Principles and “must haves”
• Supports effective patient hand-offs
• Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively
• Maintains safe environment
• Addresses patient population-specific needs
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities

Education

High School Graduate or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Northeast Baptist Hospital Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Northeast Baptist Hospital, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That’s Why We Offer More Than a Job - We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus.

Indirectly provides patient care to perioperative patients along the continuum of the age spectrum following established practices and standards. Supports the mission statement, policies and procedures of the Baptist Health System. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

General Functions:

• Sets up room to meet the required needs and makes adjustments as directed
• Assists in positioning and securing patient on correct operating table at designated time and performs patient care procedures as directed by RN
• Cleans and maintains OR equipment in assigned area
• Cleans operating room equipment and assigned areas
• Escorts or transports patients applying appropriate transfer techniques
• Delivers specimens to laboratories as directed
• Stocks supplies and reports items for reorder
• Serves as a role model for service excellence and commits to Studer Principles and “must haves”
• Supports effective patient hand-offs
• Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively
• Maintains safe environment
• Addresses patient population-specific needs
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION: High School Graduate or equivalent

Preferred Education

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: Hospital experience as a surgical attendant or nursing assistant.

Required Certifications/Licensure

PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE:

REQUIRED COURSES/COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR): Must have active healthcare provider Basic Life Support on hire (ARC or AHA); however, must have AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire.

Organization Description

Baptist Health System has more than 120 years history of caring for our community and making a positive difference. Our system of care includes six full-service hospitals, a specialized childrens hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, fitness and rehabilitation centers, a physician network, imaging centers, ambulatory services and the Baptist School of Health Professions. Wherever you go in the Baptist Health System, youll find that we have the same goal to help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith.

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