Surgical Core Aid

Surgery Partners Careers•Altoona, WI

35d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the supervision of the Surgical Services Manager and at the direction of department charge nurse; the Surgical Core Aid supports the care of surgical patients in the Operating Rooms. Hours: - .8 - 32 hours per week - Monday through Friday - No Call - 6:30AM - 3PM with variability Essential Job Functions: Transports equipment between operating rooms and to all surgical areas of the hospital and assists with preparation of operating rooms. Participates in room turnovers and opening cases. Responsible for ordering, stocking and outdating supplies as needed. Demonstrates proper technique with operative skin preparation. Demonstrates good knowledge of principles and practices of aseptic technique, handling of specimens and biohazard material, and universal precautions. Assists with patient positioning and transfer from bed to OR table. Assists with set up and transport of equipment. Ability to prioritize and make good use of time. Ability to be self-directed; demonstrates accountability, professionalism, and receptiveness to change; seeks guidance, direction, and assistance when needed. Sets priorities, responds timely to issues which require a decision, and ensures desired results are achieved by means of consistent follow through Demonstrates skills as a team player. Assist others in preparation of the clinical areas and participating in patient care as directed Ensures the patient’s right to privacy. Assists with maintaining a safe, clean, and orderly environment, adheres to all safety and infection control requirements Participates in quality improvement activities as requested Demonstrates strong communication skills with co-workers, physicians, and ancillary staff. Regular and prompt work-site attendance Performs other duties as they are assigned.

Requirements

Demonstrates eligibility for employment in the U.S.
BLS certification is required upon hire
CNA license required upon hire
Ability to relate and work effectively with others
Demonstrated skills in verbal and written English communications for safe and effective patient care and to meet documentation standards
Willingness to participate in goal-setting and educational activities for own professional advancement

Responsibilities

Transports equipment between operating rooms and to all surgical areas of the hospital and assists with preparation of operating rooms.
Participates in room turnovers and opening cases.
Responsible for ordering, stocking and outdating supplies as needed.
Demonstrates proper technique with operative skin preparation.
Demonstrates good knowledge of principles and practices of aseptic technique, handling of specimens and biohazard material, and universal precautions.
Assists with patient positioning and transfer from bed to OR table.
Assists with set up and transport of equipment.
Ability to prioritize and make good use of time.
Ability to be self-directed; demonstrates accountability, professionalism, and receptiveness to change; seeks guidance, direction, and assistance when needed.
Sets priorities, responds timely to issues which require a decision, and ensures desired results are achieved by means of consistent follow through
Demonstrates skills as a team player.
Assist others in preparation of the clinical areas and participating in patient care as directed
Ensures the patient’s right to privacy.
Assists with maintaining a safe, clean, and orderly environment, adheres to all safety and infection control requirements
Participates in quality improvement activities as requested
Demonstrates strong communication skills with co-workers, physicians, and ancillary staff.
Regular and prompt work-site attendance
Performs other duties as they are assigned.