Perioperative Attendant - Recovery Room (PACU) - St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital - PRN

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As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Perioperative Attendant – St. Elizabeth Boardman Hospital

Job Summary:

The Perioperative Attendant is responsible for assisting the clinical staff by performing a variety of support functions that facilitate the delivery of surgical/procedural services to the patient working under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated health care professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of the organization.

Essential Functions:

Performs d aily set-up of the surgical suites and room turnover between cases, m aintaining a clean and orderly work area throughout the OR. May terminally clean OR suites based upon department design.

Assists with patient positioning, lifting and transfers. Performs sterile holds as needed.

Restocks and maintains an adequate amount of supplies and linens needed for surgery and/or anesthesia daily use. May maintain oxygen tanks based upon department design. Reports shortage of supplies to supervisor.

Sets up equipment and positioning devices as needed for surgery. Reports to supervisor any broken, defective, or missing equipment or positioning devices. Cleans and maintains proper storage of equipment and positioning devices.

Transports patients to from multiple departments as needed. May obtain clean inpatient beds and stretcher based upon department design.

Responds to a variety of requests including running errands to and from other departments, obtaining items as needed, etc.

Performs patient POCT as needed. Performs daily quality control checks on POCT devices.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education:

High school diploma or equivalent (required)

Required Licensing & Certifications:

BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)

Experience:

One-year perioperative experience (preferred)

Skills & Abilities:

Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills :

Monitor patient conditions during treatment

Completes specific, routine task

Requires basic reading, writing, or simple arithmetic skill

May operate basic equipment/machinery

Soft/Interpersonal Skills:

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Conflict resolution

Active listening

Relationship building

Ability to Follow Instructions

Able to Work Independently

Move with a sense of urgency

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

• What we offer
• •Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• •Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• •Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• •Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

Recovery Room (PACU) - St. Elizabeth Boardman

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, a ll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com .