Surgicenter - Patient Care Clerk - Temporary
Murfreesboro Medical Clinic•Murfreesboro, TN
•Onsite
About The Position
The Patient Care Clerk supports perioperative services by assisting with patient transport, safe patient handling, operating room preparation, equipment movement, and environmental cleanliness. This role helps ensure efficient surgical workflows, maintains a safe environment for patients and staff, and supports the timely turnover of operating rooms while adhering to organizational policies, infection prevention standards, and regulatory requirements.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 60 days of employment.
- 0-1 years of experience required.
Nice To Haves
- Previous healthcare, patient transport, surgical services, or hospital support experience preferred.
- healthcare experience preferred.
Responsibilities
- Safely transport, transfer, and position patients using appropriate equipment and established patient handling protocols.
- Assist with the transportation of equipment, supplies, specimens, blood products, and other materials as required.
- Prepare operating rooms for surgical procedures, including room setup, equipment placement, and environmental readiness.
- Turn over operating rooms efficiently between procedures and return equipment and supplies to designated locations.
- Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment in accordance with infection prevention and sanitation standards.
- Operate patient transport devices, lifting equipment, and other mechanical assist devices according to manufacturer guidelines and safety protocols.
- Assist with stocking and replenishing supplies and materials used to support perioperative services.
- Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and organizational policies.
- Demonstrate professional communication and collaboration with patients, visitors, physicians, and team members.
- Comply with all organizational policies, accreditation standards, regulatory requirements, and safety procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the overall success of the department and organization.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
