Surgical Services Aide: Patient Care & Unit Support

Covenant HealthCare; Saginaw (MI); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Covenant HealthCare is seeking a Surgical Services Aide to support patient care and unit operations in a fast-paced hospital setting in Saginaw, Michigan. You will assist with patient care under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and help maintain a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.

The role emphasizes strong customer service, effective communication, and adherence to policies. Medical/Surgical experience is preferred, with BLS Heartsaver required within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• BLS Heartsaver certification within 90 days of hire.
• Medical/Surgical experience preferred.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Strong customer service and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to manage time and handle confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients and visitors under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Transports medications, equipment, blood, specimens and patients.
• Transports and distributes supplies and maintains unit cleanliness and organization.
• Answer telephones and assist with clerical tasks as needed.
• Ability to assist OR staff with patient handling using sterile technique.
• Daily and weekly terminal cleaning of unit.
• Room turnover and instrument processing as required.

Skills

Customer service

Oral and written communication

Time management

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Confidentiality handling

Motivate and precept new employees

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

BLS Heartsaver certification

Medical/Surgical experience preferred

Job description

Covenant HealthCare is seeking a Surgical Services Aide to support patient care and unit operations in a fast-paced hospital setting in Saginaw, Michigan. You will assist with patient care under the supervision of the Registered Nurse and help maintain a clean, safe environment for patients and staff.

The role emphasizes strong customer service, effective communication, and adherence to policies. Medical/Surgical experience is preferred, with BLS Heartsaver required within 90 days of hire.