Support Specialist - Adult Surgery -Days

OU Health • Oklahoma City, OK

38d • Onsite

About The Position

Under immediate supervision, responsible for a variety of duties in support of the Surgical Suites.

Requirements

• None.
• Experience in healthcare preferred.
• Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.
• Ability to perform tasks in accordance with established policies, procedures and regulations.
• Knowledge of basic cleaning techniques.
• Good communication skills.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with hospital staff and patients.
• Ability to function effectively as a member of a team.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to perform effectively in an emergency situation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in healthcare

Responsibilities

• Transports patients, specimens, supplies, blood and equipment as directed.
• Ensure all procedures are followed for the safe transport of blood and other specimens
• Responsible for transporting patients and family to holding area or waiting rooms
• Observes and communicates to OR desk or Charge Nurse any changes such as patient not being ready
• Immediately reports any changes in patient’s condition during transport
• May be required to take emergency action as needed
• Helps to move and position patients in the Surgical Suite as needed
• Completes required documentation (Approximately 50% of duties.)
• Performs cleaning of operating rooms during turnover
• Follows established procedures and guidelines for cleaning operating rooms
• Performs daily and/or weekly cleaning within the Surgical Suites
• Maintains the cleanliness of the department which includes cleaning hallways, bathrooms, lounges and supply areas
• Complies with all relevant procedures and regulations related to hospital sanitation, cleanliness and safety
• Uses all cleaning products and equipment appropriately and safely
• Ensures that all procedures and regulations for proper disposal of waste items and material are followed
• Responsible for restocking supplies, linens and solutions
• Performs other support services as requested (Approximately 50% of duties.)

Benefits

• comprehensive benefits package
• PTO
• 401(k)
• medical and dental plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees