Surgical Aide: Patient Care & OR Support

Lifepoint Health®; Beckley (WV); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Lifepoint Health in Beckley, WV seeks a patient care assistant to support RN/LPN by delivering basic care and maintaining a clean, safe environment in the surgical services area.

This non-exempt role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, BLS certification, and prior housekeeping or healthcare experience is preferred. You will collaborate with the Surgical Services Director and healthcare team to ensure smooth transports, room turnover, and supply management.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 3 years' related experience preferred.
• BLS certification is required.
• Prior housekeeping or health care experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care tasks as needed under supervision.
• Assists with patient transport, positioning, room readiness, and turnover between surgeries.
• Keeps shelves stocked and delivers specimens to the laboratory, and handles x-ray and chart pickups.
• Maintains a clean and orderly environment.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Ability to work with minimal supervise

Work under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Lifepoint Health in Beckley, WV seeks a patient care assistant to support RN/LPN by delivering basic care and maintaining a clean, safe environment in the surgical services area.

This non-exempt role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, BLS certification, and prior housekeeping or healthcare experience is preferred. You will collaborate with the Surgical Services Director and healthcare team to ensure smooth transports, room turnover, and supply management.