Surgical Attendant- OR Ortho Spine Tower- FT- 1st Shift

Huntsville Hospital Health System; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospital in Alabama is seeking a Surgical Support Attendant to work under the direction of nursing staff. This role includes providing direct patient care, transporting patients, and maintaining a clean environment. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma, the ability to work well under stress, and be adaptable to changing situations. Competitive benefits and continuous learning opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Excellent benefits package

Tuition assistance

On-site training and education

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED required.
• Previous patient care experience preferred.
• BLS required before orientation ends.

Responsibilities

• Providing direct patient care.
• Transporting patients.
• Maintaining cleanliness and orderliness of the unit.

Skills

Ability to communicate in English

Ability to work under stress

Adaptability to changing environments

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Overview

The Surgical Support Attendant works under the direction of the RN/Licensed Practical Nurse. Responsibilities include providing direct patient care, transporting patients, and maintaining the cleanliness and orderliness of the unit. The Attendant demonstrates the ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds, to set and manage multiple priorities, and to adapt to a rapidly changing environment.

Qualifications

Minimum Knowledge, Skills and Experience required:Education:High School Diploma/GED required.Experience:Previous patient care experience preferred.Additional Skills/Abilities:Ability to communicate in English with people from diverse socio-economic backgrounds. Ability to work under stress. Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment. BLS required before the conclusion of the orientation period.

About Us

Highlights of our hospitals

Huntsville Hospital was recently namedBest Regional Hospital and #2 in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report. With 971 beds, a specialized Orthopedic & Spine Tower, a Level III Regional Neonatal ICU, and the largest Emergency Department and Level 1 Trauma Center in the state with our own specialized Red Shirt Trauma Program, there are many opportunities to apply your knowledge and skills. We are a certified Primary Stroke Center and named "One of the Top 100 Hospitals in the Nation with Great Heart Programs." From six cath labs and four EP labs to multiple medical and step-down units, you can continually grow your skillset! We offer a training center on campus for continuing education, Shared Governance Program, Clinical Ladder for professional development, The Daisy Award, and if you are a new grad, a Nurse Residency Program to help you transition from student to professional nurse. We care about you and your well-being by offering an excellent benefits package, childcare, health and wellness programs, an onsite employee pharmacy, a free health clinic, tuition assistance, and much more. We are committed to creating a diverse environment and proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are a partner to theU.S. Army’s Partnership for Your Success (PaYS) program.Ask us about incentives and additional opportunities.

Huntsville Hospital Benefits:

We are committed to providing competitive benefits. Our benefits package for eligible employees includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, flexible spending; short term and long term disability; several retirement account options with 401Korganization match; nurse residency program; tuition assistance; student loan reimbursement; On-site training and education opportunities; Employee Discountsto phone providers, local restaurants, tickets to shows, apartment application and much more!

Learn more about Huntsville Hospital Health System:

• Careers:https://careers.hhsys.org/careers-home
• Benefits: https://careers.hhsys.org/us/en/benefits
• Education & Professional Development:https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/education
• Life In Huntsville:https://www.huntsvillehospital.org/about-huntsville-al