Surgical Support Associate (Part Time)

Mercy; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition support

Matched retirement plans

Job summary

Mercy Pain Management in Springfield, MO is seeking a dedicated care teammate to assist in individualized patient care under the direction of the perioperative leader. You will work as part of a collaborative team, performing designated clinical procedures and essential support tasks to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

The role requires a high school diploma or equivalent and BLS certification within 90 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.
• Certifications: BLS required or may obtain within 90 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under the perioperative leader.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to patient care.
• Follow Mercy policies on safety, infection prevention, and patient rights/regulations.

Skills

BLS certification

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:

Located at Mercy Pain Management

2230 S Glenstone Ave
Springfield, MO 65804

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certifications: BLS required or may obtain within 90 days of hire.

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.