Surgical Services Assistant

Corewell Health; Trenton (MI); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-demand pay

Discounts directory

Retirement options with match

Equal employment opportunity

Job summary

Corewell Health's Trenton Hospital is seeking a Surgical Services Assistant to support the Operating Room team. Under RN supervision you will transport patients, prepare them for procedures and help maintain a safe, efficient OR environment.

Responsibilities include turning over OR rooms, cleaning equipment, and assisting with supply management to ensure smooth case flow. A high school diploma and BLS certification are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• 1–3 months of on-the-job training to learn equipment and processes for safe patient care.
• AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required on hire.

Responsibilities

• Transport patients and prepare them for procedures.
• Assist in turnover of the OR and prepare equipment for the next case.
• Inventory and order supplies per unit levels.

Skills

High school diploma

On-the-job training

BLS certification

Job description

About Trenton Hospital

This Magnet®-designated facility provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for its patients and is one of four recipients of the Truven Health Advantage Award in the category of Health and Clinical Outcomes. It is home to nine university affiliated residency programs. Here, you will find a Level II trauma center that is a nationally recognized heart, vascular and pulmonary specialties along with other specialties like orthopedics, neurosurgery, and women’s health.

Scope of work

Under general supervision of the registered nurse is responsible for performing various tasks to facilitate efficient and smooth management of surgical/endoscopic patients and procedures in a safe and timely manner. The Surgical Services Assistant transports patients, prepares patients for procedures. Inventories and order supplies per established unit levels. Turn over the OR room, wipe all the equipment down in the OR room, mop the floors, bring in equipment for the following case.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent Required
• Successful completion of a minimum of one to three months of on-the -job training to become familiar with equipment and processes, to provide a safe environment for patients to prevent injury or delay in discharge Required
• AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) Required upon hire

How Corewell Health cares for you

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Trenton Hospital - 5450 Fort St - Trenton

Department Name

Operating Room - Trenton Hosp

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

Variable

Days Worked

Monday to Friday

Weekend Frequency

N/A

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.