Surgery Attendant II, Surgery Center

Sutter Health•Santa Barbara, CA

About The Position

The Surgery Attendant II supports the overall operation of the surgery department. Responsibilities include preparing procedure rooms, transporting patients, and maintaining clean facilities. The role oversees inventory, keeps facilities well-stocked, and orders additional supplies as needed. It also maintains the availability and condition of equipment used in Operating Room procedures on a daily basis. The attendant follows applicable local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to protect privacy and safety and support optimal patient care. The role may also perform specific procedures and/or orient other staff to the department.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider certification.
One year of recent relevant experience.
General knowledge of surgical tools, procedures, views, and equipment.
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based data and instructions.
Basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
Written and verbal communication skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people.
Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including prioritizing assignments and meeting deadlines within standardized procedures and scientific methods.
General knowledge of computer applications such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, and Outlook).
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, including managing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
Ability to identify, evaluate, and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Ability to build collaborative relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.

Responsibilities

Prepare procedure rooms and support surgery department operations.
Transport patients.
Ensure facilities are clean and well-stocked; oversee inventory and order additional supplies as necessary.
Maintain the condition and availability of equipment used in Operating Room procedures on a daily basis.
Follow applicable regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to support patient privacy and safety.
May perform specific procedures and/or orient other staff to the department.