Surgery Aide TRMC (ACOH Surgery)

Asante; Grants Pass (OR); On-site; USD 26,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Retirement Savings

Paid Time Off

Professional Development

Life insurance

Disability coverage

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Asante is seeking a Surgery Aide to maintain a clean, safe surgical environment and support the RN team. You will handle OR turnover, stocking, and patient transport within the facility, applying asepsis practices and safety protocols.

Responsibilities include moving patients to the OR, ensuring proper body mechanics, and responding to emergencies with appropriate equipment. Start date requires BLS, with CNA/EMT or CSCT preferred.

Qualifications

• Requires ability to communicate effectively and work in a team.
• Experience in a surgical or orderly aide role preferred.
• BLS certification required on start date; CNA or EMT licensure preferred.
• CSCT certification preferred where available.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients safely to and from the Operating Room (OR).
• Demonstrate proper body mechanics and safe patient positioning and moving.
• Respond to emergencies within the department and obtain necessary equipment.
• Identify patient and verify armband before transport.

Skills

Communication skills

Team environment

Safe patient handling

Body mechanics

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA or equivalent licensure

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

CSCT (Certified Surgical Cleaning Technician)

Job description

Additional Position Details

FTE: 1.000000 | Full Time | Variable Schedule Days

Salary Range

$18.65 - $25.64

Shift Differentials

• $1.21 extra for working between 3:00pm - 11:00pm
• $2.05 extra for working between 11:01pm and 7:00am
• $1.05 extra for working weekends

Position Summary

The Surgery Aide effectively maintains a clean, healthy, and safe as possible environment in the surgical setting for all patients and employees, using appropriate asepsis techniques. Working under the supervision of the RNs in the unit, responsibilities include OR suite turnover and cleaning, stocking, and transport (based on facility).

As a Surgery Aide you will have the opportunity to:

• Transport patients safely to and from the Operating Room (OR)
• Demonstrate proper body mechanics and safe patient positioning and moving
• Respond to emergencies within the department and obtain necessary equipment
• Identify yourself to the patient and identify the patient by checking the patient armband prior to transport

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent experience demonstrating the ability to effectively communicate as needed for the position is required
• Previous experience within a team environment required
• Surgery or orderly aide experience preferred

Certifications/Licenses

• Basic Life Support (BLS) for the Healthcare Provider certified by the American Heart Association (AHA) required upon start
• CNA or equivalent licensure (such as EMT) preferred
• CSCT (Certified Surgical Cleaning Technician) preferred

Working Environment/Physical Requirements

• This position requires the ability to lift up to 50 pounds on an occasional basis – such as transferring a patient in and out of a bed. The ability to bend, stretch, twist and perform other awkward physical movements is also required.

Total Rewards

• Competitive Pay: Hourly and salaried positions earn market-based compensation.
• Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, and vision coverage for part-time and above employees and their eligible dependents beginning within 30 days of hire.
• Retirement Savings: Employer-sponsored retirement plan with company contribution and match.
• Paid Time Off: Generous ETO for part-time and above employees.
• Professional Development: Continue to enhance your education through our tuition reimbursement and tuition repayment program
• Additional Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, and employee assistance programs.

At Asante, We Are Guided By Our Values

Excellence - Respect - Honesty - Service - Teamwork

Asante is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and to employing and advancing qualified individuals of all backgrounds, including women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.