Surgery Aide - Full Time

Job Title

Performs surgical shave preps in accordance with policy and procedure. Transports patients in a safe and timely manner. Provides comfort measures for patients; proper contact and introduction. Assist and anticipate needs of team members. Accurate handling of specimens. Maintains a sterile environment. Maintains linen supply for daily use. Disposes of sharps according to policy and procedure. Acts as a runner in a timely fashion. Expedites room turnover. Maintains readiness of transport stretchers / patient beds. Stores sterile supplies according to policy and proper place. Decontaminates and / or returns instruments, supplies, and equipment according to policy and procedure. Performs daily quality controls for sterilizers and reports problems to OR Team Leader. Ensures cases are pulled with needed supplies and equipment for daily, next day, and emergency use. Delivers age-appropriate care. Ability to perform phlebotomy skills. Ability to perform blood glucose monitoring. Ability to perform 12-lead electrocardiogram. Required Skills Minimum Education : High School graduate or equivalent. Required Skills : Certification from NBSTSA preferred. Required Experience Minimum Work Experience : Knowledge and background in surgical procedures, instruments, equipment, supplies, infection control, AORN standards, and medical terminology preferred. Ability to work independently. Ability to work under stressful conditions and adapt to different situations. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Working knowledge of hospital environment or experience in surgical setting encouraged.