Aide, Surgical

Lifepoint Health • Beckley, WV

10h • Onsite

About The Position

Assists in assuring optimal patient care by delivering basic patient care under the direct supervision of the RN or LPN. This role is also responsible for the cleaning and sanitation of the physical environment in the area assigned.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• BLS certification
• Requires critical thinking skills
• Decisive judgment
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action

Nice To Haves

• Prior housekeeping work experience desirable
• Previous health care experience as Medical Assistant or Nursing Assistant preferred

Responsibilities

• Performs direct patient care responsibilities as needed.
• Performs multiple departmental assigned tasks that facilitate the transportation of patients, positioning of patients, room readiness and the turnover processes between surgical procedures.
• Keeps shelves stocked with supplies and delivers specimens to the laboratory, picks up x-rays, charts, etc.
• Maintains clean and orderly environment.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees