Medical Surgical Attendant/ Full-Time/ Mid-Shift/ OR/ Jackson West Medical Center

Jackson Health • Miami, FL

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Medical Surgical Attendant is a member of the health care team who assists the nursing and surgical professional staffs in the care of patients and in maintaining a safe and clean environment under the direction of the nursing staff, shift supervisor and director of nursing.

Requirements

• Generally requires 0 to 3 years of related experience.
• High School diploma is required.
• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines.
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with critical thinking and professional composure.
• Ability to understand and follow instructions.
• Ability to exercise sound and independent judgment.
• Knowledge and skill in use of job appropriate technology and software applications.
• Must meet and maintain current all unit specific and organizational skills/competencies, certifications/licensures, as required by the nursing area.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) and any additional applicable life support certification for Healthcare Providers is required upon hire with at least 6 months validity and maintenance at JHS for the duration of employment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS)

Responsibilities

• Uses a systematic process to provide/ modify care and patient/family education.
• Cleans the surgical services department areas, including but not limited to operating/labor/delivery/ recovery rooms/prep rooms between cases as needed between cases as needed.
• Assists nurse obtain equipment for the surgical services department areas, including but not limited to operating/labor/delivery/ recovery rooms/prep rooms.
• Keeps patients informed of their medical condition and the course of treatment being prescribed.
• Demonstrates behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise).
• Performs all other related job duties as assigned, including transporting patients.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED