Surgical Aide (PRN)

Eye Care Partners Career Opportunities•Hannibal, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Aide provides assistance to the Operating Room (OR) staff rendering patient care. They also provide assistance to those preparing a patient for surgery. Participates in direct patient care and maintains a clean, orderly and safe environment.

Requirements

Logical and critical thinking skills
Customer-focused with excellent written, listening and verbal communication skills
Enjoys learning new technologies and systems
Detail oriented, professional attitude, reliable
Exhibits a positive attitude and is flexible in accepting work assignments and priorities
Meets attendance and tardiness expectations
Professional in appearance and actions
Management and organizational skills to support the leadership of this function
Ability to follow or provide verbal and written instructions with sufficient grammar and spelling skills to avoid mistakes or misinterpretations
Interpersonal skills to support customer service, functional, and team mate support need
Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing
Ability for basic to intermediate problem solving, including mathematics
Travel to other site locations may be necessary. Thus, those needing to travel for work must have access to dependable transportation, and driving record must meet company liability carrier standards
Specialty knowledge of systems relating to job function
Knowledge of state and federal regulations for this position; general understanding of HIPAA guidelines
High school diploma or GED equivalent is required

Nice To Haves

Previous medical office experience preferred
Previous ophthalmic experience strongly preferred
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is preferred
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license is preferred
Working knowledge of NextGen and Modmed is strongly preferred
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook

Responsibilities

Provide the highest level of eye care, adhering to best practices in infection control and prevention as set forth in ASC policies and procedures to achieve quality outcomes that enhance the lives of our patients
Assist the Registered Nurse (RN) with preparing the patient for surgery
Assist the RN with post-surgical care
Restock all drawers, amenities, etc. Make ice packs as needed daily
Maintain inventory for Pre-Op and PACU, medical supplies, linens and consumables
Stock locker rooms, maintain par levels for scrubs, shoe covers and hat covers
Stock and maintain par levels for all Pre-Op and PACU bay carts
Maintain Sharps containers
Assist the front desk with answering phones, scheduling appointments, checking patients in, etc.
Assist in clerical duties (i.e. telephones, errands, photocopies, filing)
Clean and disinfect stretchers, including monthly terminal cleaning of all stretchers
Perform daily and monthly housekeeping duties
Perform monthly inspection of Pre-Op and PACU equipment
Adheres to all safety policies and procedures in performing job duties and responsibilities while supporting a culture of high quality and great customer service
Performs other duties that may be necessary or in the best interest of the organization
Other duties as assigned