Surgical Support Advanced Technician PRN

Davita Inc.; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Surgical Support Advance Tech to assist in patient care and perform clinical procedures at Mercy Hospital. Candidates must have a high school diploma, BLS certification, and clinical experience. This position offers excellent benefits and is integral to ensuring top-notch patient care within a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage

Vision and dental coverage

PTO

Tuition reimbursement

Employer-matched retirement funds

Qualifications

• One year clinical experience within a hospital may be required.
• BLS certification required or to be obtained within 90 days.
• CNA may be required based on employment location.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care to achieve wellness.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks.
• Participate in Quality Improvement activities.

Skills

Patient Care

Team Collaboration

Infection Prevention Techniques

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position: Surgical Support Advance Tech (Anesthesia)

Dept: Anesthesia - Mercy Hospital STL

Shifts: PRN Evenings with the rotation of weekends and holidays.

We're a Little Different

Our mission is clear. We bring to life a healing ministry through our compassionate care and exceptional service.

At Mercy, we believe in careers that match the unique gifts of unique individuals - careers that not only make the most of your skills and talents, but also your heart. Join us and discover why Modern Healthcare Magazine named us in its "Top 100 Places to Work."

Overview:

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.

Qualifications:

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.

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 RequirementsPosition requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.

Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shiftPosition requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform dutiesSafety/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.).

We Offer Great Benefits:

Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!