Surgical Support Associate PRN/As Needed

Mercy • Joplin, MO

6d

About The Position

Under the direction of the perioperative leader, the Surgical Support Associate assists in individualized patient care to help patients achieve their highest level of wellness. The role works cooperatively with others as part of a team and recognizes the importance of group goals. It performs designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to providing patient care.

The position follows safety, confidentiality, patient-rights, and regulatory policies; practices infection prevention; helps maintain a safe environment; participates in quality improvement; and uses unit-specific technology to complete daily tasks and communicate appropriately.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• BLS certification required or may be obtained within 90 days of hire.
• CNA may be required depending on the location of employment.
• Ability to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds regularly.
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods during each shift.
• Ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Responsibilities

• Assist in individualized patient care under the direction of the perioperative leader.
• Work cooperatively with others as part of a team and contribute to group goals.
• Perform designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to patient care.
• Follow Mercy policies and procedures related to safety, confidentiality, patient rights, and regulations.
• Demonstrate knowledge of and practice sound infection prevention techniques.
• Assess safety needs and provide a safe environment, including fall precautions, restraint management, patient identification, unit or departmental policies, and safe patient handling.
• Participate in quality improvement activities that ensure and enhance quality of patient care.
• Use unit-specific technology, such as computers, pagers, zone phones, and Rover, to perform daily tasks and maintain appropriate communications.

Benefits

• Medical coverage
• Dental coverage
• Vision coverage
• Paid time off
• Tuition support
• Matched retirement plans for team members working 32 or more hours per pay period

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED