Surgical Aide I: OR Support & Patient Care

AdventHealth; Florida; On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Job summary

AdventHealth in Florida is seeking a patient-focused team member to support surgical patient care in the operating room. You will assist with the turnover of surgical cases, maintain sterile technique, and help prepare instruments and supplies to ensure safe, efficient procedures.

You will also help transport patients and maintain privacy and dignity throughout the care process. The role emphasizes infection control, collaboration with physicians and staff, and adherence to hospital policies.

Qualifications

• Ability to clearly and effectively communicate written and verbal information.
• Knowledge of sterile technique and operating room environment.
• Ability to comprehend instructions and processes to carry out job requirements.

Responsibilities

• Ensures appropriate disposition of supplies, labs, and specimens, and participates in hand-off communication and verification processes.
• Assists with the efficient and organized turnover of surgical cases, utilizing knowledge of cleaning protocols for specialty surgical equipment.
• Functions as a limb holder at the sterile field under the direction of medical personnel.
• Maintains knowledge of instrumentation, equipment, and supplies needed for procedures to ensure accurate case picking and preparation.
• Ensures safe transport, transfer, and positioning of patients while maintaining patient privacy and dignity.
• Participates in patient preparation for procedures and communicates pertinent information to the appropriate personnel.
• Monitors cases to ensure infection control measures are met and takes corrective action when necessary.
• Promotes a safe environment by taking appropriate action in emergencies, controlling hazards, and reporting environmental concerns.
• Follows prescribed isolation guidelines, uses protective equipment appropriately, performs handwashing according to policy, and enforces infection control practices.
• Supports customer and employee satisfaction activities and maintains effective relationships with physicians, management, other departments, and staff.
• Adheres to all policies and procedures and supports quality standards and initiatives set by the department.

Skills

Communication

Sterile technique

Instructions comprehension

Education

High School Grad or Equiv

Job description

AdventHealth in Florida is seeking a patient-focused team member to support surgical patient care in the operating room. You will assist with the turnover of surgical cases, maintain sterile technique, and help prepare instruments and supplies to ensure safe, efficient procedures.

You will also help transport patients and maintain privacy and dignity throughout the care process. The role emphasizes infection control, collaboration with physicians and staff, and adherence to hospital policies.