Perioperative Assistant

U.S. Urology Partners•Syracuse, NY

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs patient care activities as a member of the healthcare delivery team; performs office and clinical procedures.

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Thorough knowledge in computer information systems.

Training/experience in patient care preferred
Understanding of housekeeping requirements, including sterile environments, preferred
Training or experience in business office activities preferred

Prepares surgical, procedural, or recovery rooms for patient use before each case and at the end of each surgical day.
Prepares equipment/supplies needed for care of patients and for performing surgical and local procedures.
Communicates information about the patient's status to others responsible for patient care.
Responds to emergency situations with competence and composure.
Documents that information received from the patient is disseminated to the appropriate people or departments.
Accurately assesses and interprets age-specific patient data.
Maintains and promotes professional competence through continuing education and other learning experiences.
Performs assigned activities to provide safe and individualized care.
Helps maintain inventory levels and accurate records.