Surgical Service Assistant- Operating Room

Atrium Health; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40-hour work week

On-call schedule

Benefits eligible

Job summary

Atrium Health in High Point, NC is hiring a Surgical Technician for the operating room. You will assist with room setup, patient positioning, instrument handling, and specimen transport to support surgical teams.

This full-time role includes days with call and requires adherence to sterile technique and safety standards. Oriented staff may require CPR certification; hospital orientation and team collaboration are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED.
• CPR certification (BLS) required.
• 1+ year of surgical setting experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Gathers equipment needed for room set up.
• Assists in case setups with essential equipment and supplies as directed by circulating nurse.
• Transports operative specimens as directed by circulating nurse/charge nurse.
• Maintains sterile technique and safety standards in the OR.
• Supports with room preparation before and between procedures.

Skills

Surgical setting experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Department

37703 High Point Medical Center - Surgery Room

Status

Full time

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Hours Per Week

40

Schedule Details/Additional Information

Days with call

Pay Range

$19.80 - $29.70

• Essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• If I require accommodation in order to fulfill any or all of these essential functions, I will notify my manager immediately (or in the case of new employees, prior to employment).
• I understand that receipt of this job description does not imply nor create a promise of employment, nor does it create an employment contract of any kind.
• I furthermore understand that if hired, my employment relationship with High Point Regional Health is at will and may be terminated by myself or employer at any time with or without cause.
• The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, education, certifications, licensure, experience, and/or ability required to perform the job.
• While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, management reserves the right to revise the job, work schedule, and/or require that different tasks be performed when circumstances change in order to best suit the needs of the department and/or organization.

Our Commitment To You

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:

Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits And More

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

Note: Eligibility for programs listed above may depend on your FTE or status (e.g., full-time, part-time, per diem, temporary, etc.); please ask a Recruiter for more information during an interview.

About Advocate Health

Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.

Performs daily environmental cleaning of all operating rooms according to established policies/procedures. Assists in patient positioning, transfer and transport as directed by clinical and/or medical staff. Serves as courier for transport of specimens, equipment and supplies to and from hospital. Assists with room preparation by retrieving necessary equipment for surgical cases. Education: Degree/Diploma Obtained Program of Study Required/Preferred High School Diploma or GED General Studies Required Certifications, Licensures and Registrations: Credential Primary Source Verification Required/Preferred CPR certification (BLS Course C) American Heart Association Required* * or must meet requirements for restricted CPR certification. Experience # of Years Type of Experience Required/Preferred 1+ Surgical Setting Experience Preferred Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities - Successful completion of General Hospital Orientation. - Successful completion of specialty/subspecialty orientation. - Possess excellent communication skills. - Ability to understand and follow the directions. - Excellent interpersonal and computer skills required. Job Specific Duties: Equipment & Supplies Checks proper function and safety of all equipment prior to use. Gathers equipment needed for room set up. Assists in case setups with essential equipment and supplies as directed by circulating nurse. Assists in preparation of room set up before and between surgical procedures. Specimen Handling Transports operative specimens as directed by circulating nurse/charge nurse. Safety & Compliance Utilizes principles of safety and body mechanics in transferring, turning, moving, and lifting the patient, obtaining assistance from other staff as needed. Observes principles of sterile technique related to operative attire, sterile set ups, draping, moving within sterile area, correcting breaks in technique. Strictly adheres to Universal Precautions. Communication Keeps Unit Coordinator informed of any issues/concerns relating to a safe, clean surgical environment. Recognizes and follows appropriate supervisory channels for communication and/or problem solving. Teamwork Promotes a positive work environment with co-workers and other customers. Participates with RN using team approach to plan and carry out daily work/room assignments. Time Management Utilizes time wisely when patient census is low or daily responsibilities are completed (i.e., QAI activities, restocking supplies, cleaning activities, etc.) Completes assigned downtime activity and documents completion on posted activity list. Professional Growth Performs on-going/annual self-assessment in relation to performance requirements, seeks assistance from leadership when learning needs arise. Promotes efficiency and cooperation by maintaining a professional and positive attitude. Assumes responsibility for own continuing education. Attends and participates in staff meetings and in-service education programs as patient census allows. Assumes responsibility for reading and initialing minutes of meetings if unable to attend. Participates in lead SSA role as designated by Managment. Professionalism: Upholds a professional working relationship at all times and adheres to department rules. Practices teamwork and adheres to Standards of Behavior. Physical requirements include: - Sitting - Lifting 10 pounds from waist to crown: lifting or carrying 50 pounds horizontally for 2 feet, Pushing 70 pounds, Pulling 50 pounds, Front carrying 10 pounds a distance of 150 feet, Gripping 50 pounds with each hand, Forward bending in standing for 5 minutes, Rotation in standing, - Repetitive squatting, stooping, reaching, standing for 5 minutes and walking a distance of 300 feet. - Visual acuity required for accurately reading and documenting patient charts and observing patients. - Sense of smell required for safety issues - Sense of touch is required to evaluate patient's vital signs - Ability to speak and hear is required to effectively communicate with patients, family members, physicians, and staff - Manual finger dexterity for writing, equipment operation (maneuvering wheelchairs/beds), and positioning and moving patients. - Ability to effectively manage a high stress environment resulting from patient volume Occupational Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens Yes or No: Yes National Patient Safety Goals Improve the accuracy of patient identification Improve the effectiveness of communication among caregivers Improve the safety of using medications Reduce the risk of health care-associated infections Consistently demonstrate appropriate hand hygiene techniques Accurately and completely reconcile medications across the continuum of care Reduce the risk of patient harm resulting from falls Encourage patients? active involvement in their own care as a patient safety strategy Identify safety risks inherent in its patient population Improve recognition and response to changes in a patient's condition Practice `Universal Protocol? when appropriate (conduct pre-procedure verification process, mark procedure site, perform a time-out) Core Values Teamwork - Is an effective team player who adds complementary skills and contributes valuable ideas, opinions and feedback. Communicates in an open and candid manner and can be counted upon to fulfill any commitments made to others on the team.