Surgery Attendant I

St Claire; Morehead (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

UK St. Claire in Kentucky is seeking a perioperative support professional to assist the nursing team with the plan of care and patient safety.

You will prepare surgical environments, admit and register patients, maintain supplies, and communicate with leadership to ensure smooth surgical workflows. This entry-level role requires a high school diploma and BLS certification, with 0-1 years in healthcare.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• BLS certification is required to practice.

Responsibilities

• Assists nursing staff by performing delegated perioperative tasks to ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Supports preparation and readiness of the surgical environment for procedures.
• Gives timely updates to leadership about supply needs and patient flow.
• Maintains cleanliness and aseptic technique in the perioperative area.
• Admits and registers patients according to established procedures.
• Unpacks, organizes, and stocks surgical supplies according to par levels.

Skills

Basic patient care

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS Certification

Job description

At UK St. Claire, our staff is our greatest asset in the mission to create a healthier and more prosperous population. We strive to foster the talent and potential of our employees and prioritize safe working conditions and equal compensation rates to ensure that continual growth is possible. UKSC is a nurturing workplace for all healthcare professionals.

Job Summary

Responsible for supporting implementation of the perioperative nursing plan of care. Assists nursing staff by performing delegated tasks to ensure patient safety and comfort. Coordinates with team members to maintain efficient surgical workflows. Ensures readiness of surgical environments through timely preparation and assistance. Contributes to quality patient outcomes by following established protocols.

Essential Functions

• Performs safe patient transfer and transport procedures.
• Maintains cleanliness of the perioperative area.
• Adheres to principles of aseptic technique.
• Performs assigned nursing tasks to support perioperative care.
• Maintains and communicates accurate patient appointments, updating as needed.
• Admits and registers patients according to established procedures.
• Uses organizational resources and equipment to facilitate communication with ancillary departments and the community.
• Unpacks, organizes, and stocks surgical supplies according to par levels.
• Communicates daily with leadership regarding supply needs and related issues.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

High school diploma or equivalent experience.

Experience Requirement

0-1 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area.

An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Working Conditions

• A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10lbs: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)
• D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• G. Repetitive motion: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• H. Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never
• I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never
• J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• K. Job-related travel: 1. Never
• L. Loud noises: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• M. Temperature extremes: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• O. Radiation: 1. Never
• P. Burns: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• Q. Cuts/Punctures: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never
• T. Combative/violent people: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never

Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires regular standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; intermittent lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects up to 50 pounds; intermittent standing or walking with objects up to 25 pounds; intermittent risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; intermittent repetitive motion; and occasional lifting, pushing, or pulling of objects over 50 pounds. Also involves some exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, cuts/punctures, bloodborne or airborne pathogens, temperature extremes, burns, risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job, and occasional exposure to loud noises and combative/violent people.

Additional Job Descriptions

N/A

Department

Surgery Shift: Day (United States of America) Time Type: Full time Address: 222 Medical Circle City, State: Morehead, Kentucky