Surgical Attendant - Operating Room

Tenet Healthcare Corporation • San Antonio, TX

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About The Position

The Surgical Attendant indirectly provides patient care to perioperative patients across the age spectrum, following established practices and standards. The role supports the mission, policies, and procedures of Baptist Health System and requires completion of the position’s established competencies within the designated introductory period. Other related duties may be assigned.

The position provides essential assistance and comfort to patients, helping support their experience throughout their healthcare journey.

Requirements

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• BLS certification obtained through approved American Heart Association Training or the Military Training Network.

Nice To Haves

• Hospital experience as a surgical attendant or nursing assistant.

Responsibilities

• Set up operating rooms to meet required needs and make adjustments as directed.
• Assist with positioning and securing patients on the correct operating table at the designated time, and perform patient care procedures as directed by an RN.
• Clean and maintain operating room equipment and assigned areas.
• Escort or transport patients using appropriate transfer techniques.
• Deliver specimens to laboratories as directed.
• Stock supplies and report items for reorder.
• Serve as a role model for service excellence and commit to Studer Principles and “must haves.”
• Support effective patient hand-offs.
• Use resources efficiently and effectively.
• Maintain a safe environment.
• Address patient population-specific needs.
• Participate in Performance Improvement activities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match.
• Paid time off.
• Career development and continuing education opportunities.
• Health savings accounts and healthcare and dependent flexible spending accounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Employee discount program.
• Voluntary benefits, including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder and childcare, and auto and home insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED