Surgical Services Assistant

Corewell Health • Farmington Hills, MI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision of the registered nurse, the Surgical Services Assistant is responsible for performing various tasks to facilitate efficient and smooth management of surgical/endoscopic patients and procedures in a safe and timely manner. This role involves transporting patients, preparing them for procedures, inventorying and ordering supplies, and turning over the OR room, which includes wiping down equipment, mopping floors, and bringing in equipment for the next case.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Successful completion of a minimum of one to three months of on-the-job training to become familiar with equipment and processes, to provide a safe environment for patients to prevent injury or delay in discharge
• AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) Required upon hire

Responsibilities

• Transport or pick up patients to/from recovery or hospital floors
• Assist in positioning and prepping patients for surgery when requested
• Report any unusual patient concerns to appropriate staff and seek help as needed
• Help clean patients after surgery
• Stock operating rooms and warmers
• Ensure OR lead is properly hung
• Return unused supplies and instruments to Central Services Processing
• Transport specimens and x-rays
• Obtain blood products from blood and tissue bank
• Assist in retrieving equipment for surgical procedures
• Provide assistance to staff and physicians (e.g., emptying/replacing bins)
• Support room turnover between cases: Wipe down equipment, mop floors, bring in equipment for the next case
• Assist with opening sterile supplies and instruments if requested
• Perform additional support tasks as needed; duties are not all-inclusive

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
• Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

What This Job Offers

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