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Job Description Summary:

This position assists with the general organization of perioperative services to include, turnover of the OR suites, transporting equipment and specimens, setup, maintenance, and cleaning of assigned equipment and supplies.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of two (2) years’ Surgical Aide experience preferred. Other combinations of education and experience may be considered.

• Current HS AED CPR required.

• Previous working knowledge of the correct use of cleaning equipment and devices, such as mops, vacuums, scrubbers and polishing machines required. Previous experience with surgical equipment preferred.

• Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, a self-starter, possess critical thinking skills and be able to set priorities and function as part of a team as well as independently.

• Commitment to working in a team environment and maintaining confidentiality as needed.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with various audiences.

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.

• Possess and maintain computer skills to include working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and ability to learn other software as needed.

Job Specific Duties:

• Exhibits an excellent working knowledge of aseptic techniques and Universal Precautions and applies to phases of OR operations.

• Performs turnover of the OR Suite by removing all contaminated materials and properly cleaning all appropriate surfaces. Assists in performing terminal cleaning and completes all assigned tasks in a timely and professional manner.

• Prepares OR rooms with appropriate instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment. Follows aseptic technique in opening sterile supplies and proper set up for procedures.

• Collaborates with appropriate stakeholders to ensure the cleanliness of the entire operating room (OR) area, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU), Same Day Surgery, and Endoscopy.

• Remains calm and professional in all interactions and consistently exhibits effective communication, customer service, and team building skills.

• Assists in the safe transport of patients to and from stretchers, beds and the appropriate location(s).

• Assists the surgical team during operative procedures per department procedures.

• Assists with anesthesia checking and stocking of carts/machines.

• Exhibits knowledge of infection control plan and quality improvement processes. Maintains a safe and orderly environment and cleans equipment, etc. per department protocol.

• Responds to and accepts responsibilities for calls in a timely and appropriate manner.

• The above essential functions are representative of major duties of positions in this job classification. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned similar to the above consistent with knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job. Not all of the duties may be assigned to a position.

Maintains regular and consistent attendance as scheduled by department leadership.

Shift:

Day Shift - 8 Hours (United States of America)

Schedule Details:

Please know schedules and shifts are subject to change based on patient care and department/organizational needs.

Schedule:

Logan Health operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and the needs of the organization and may be adjusted as needed.

Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements

If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:

• Criminal background check

• Reference checks

• Drug Screening

• Health and Immunizations Screening

• Physical Demand Review/Screening

Equal Opportunity Employer

Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.

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