Surgical Support Associate

Mercy•Joplin, MO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Find your calling at Mercy! Under the direction of the perioperative leader, assists in the individualized care of the patient to achieve the patient’s highest level of wellness. Works cooperatively with others as part of a team; recognizes the importance of group goals. Performs designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to providing care to the patient.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
BLS required or may obtain within 90 days of hire.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) may be required per location of employment.
Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis.
Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift.
Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties.

Responsibilities

Assists in the individualized care of the patient to achieve the patient’s highest level of wellness.
Works cooperatively with others as part of a team; recognizes the importance of group goals.
Performs designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to providing care to the patient.
Follows Mercy policy and procedures related to safety, confidentiality, and patient rights/regulations.
Demonstrates knowledge of and practices sound infection prevention techniques.
Assesses safety needs and provides for a safe environment: ex: Fall Precautions; Restraint Management; Patient Identification; Unit/Departmental Specific Policies; Safe Patient Handling
Participates in Quality Improvement activities that ensure and enhance quality of patient care.