Surgical Support Advanced Technician (Non-Exempt)

mercy; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy is seeking a healthcare assistant to support perioperative patient care and collaborate with the caring team to achieve the highest level of wellness for patients.

The role requires a high school diploma, 1 year of clinical hospital experience (OR experience preferred), and certification like BLS within 90 days. CNA may be needed depending on the location.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One-year clinical experience within a hospital may be required per location of employment. One year OR experience preferred.
• BLS required or may obtain within 90 days of hire.
• CNA may be required per location of employment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under perioperative leadership.
• Work cooperatively with team to achieve patient wellness and group goals.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks.
• Follow safety, infection prevention, and patient rights regulations.

Skills

Teamwork

Infection control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Under the direction of the perioperative leader, assists in the individualized care of the patient to achieve the patient's highest level of wellness. Works cooperatively with others as part of a team; recognizes the importance of group goals. Performs designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to providing care to the patient.

Position Details

Required Education

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience

One-year clinical experience within a hospital may be required per location of employment. One year OR experience preferred.

Licensure

None required.

Certifications

BLS required or may obtain within 90 days of hire. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) may be required per location of employment.

Other

Minimum Physical Requirements Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties

Safety/Risk Management

Follows Mercy policy and procedures related to safety, confidentiality, and patient rights/regulations. Demonstrates knowledge of and practices sound infection prevention techniques. Assesses safety needs and provides for a safe environment: ex: Fall Precautions; Restraint Management; Patient Identification; Unit/Departmental Specific Policies; Safe Patient Handling Participates in Quality Improvement activities that ensure and enhance quality of patient care.

Technology

Utilizes unit specific technology to perform daily tasks and maintain appropriate communications (ex: computer, pagers, zone phones, Rover, etc.).

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.