Surgery Aide, Operating Room (OR) - Methodist Hospital
Part-timePark Nicollet Methodist Hospital
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Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital is hiring a Surgery Aide, Operating Room (OR) - Methodist Hospital. Methodist Hospital seeks a Surgery Aide to join the surgical materials team, assisting operating room personnel, maintaining clean and safe environments, managing inventory, and supporting staff and surgeons with supplies and equipment throughout shifts.
Key focus areas include Assist OR staff with patient positioning as directed, Transport patients to and from the operating room safely, and Clean the operating room after surgery according to policies.
Important skills include Working Knowledge Of Medical Terminology, Understanding Of Sterile Processing, Materials Handling, Knowledge Of Age Related Growth And Development Principles, Communication Skills, and Patient Positioning Assistance. Preferred (not required): Surgical Materials Handling.
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Job Duties
Methodist Hospital is looking to hire a Surgery Aide to join our surgical materials team! Come join us as a Partner for Good and help us make an impact on the care and experience that our patients and their families receive every day.
Position Summary:
Assists operating room personnel to provide an environment that is clean and safe for patient care. Responsible for knowing supply inventory in OR Core areas. Stocks surgery department with sterile and non-sterile supplies. Works to supply the OR with supplies and equipment needed for cases. Maintains a collaborative, service-oriented relationship with OR Materials staff, OR staff and surgeons.
Room Turnover
Assist OR Staff with patient position as directed (to and from the operating table).
Transport patient to/from Operating Room before/after surgery safely and comfortably.
Clean Operating Room after surgery complete according to policies and standard work procedures.
Restock common areas with supplies.
Responds to the need for single items in emergency situations and sends to the OR.
Plan equipment and staging needs of OR cases throughout the shift.
Reports malfunctioning/damaged equipment.
Transports specimens to the lab and logs them in correctly.
Responsible for Waste disposals (garbage, dirty linen, biohazard red boxes, Meds in Black, etc.)
Maintains good communication skills, uses courtesy and helpful attitude on telephone or intercom with OR and other areas of the hospital.
Follow Standard Work throughout the Department.
Maintain cleanliness of work area.
Work Schedule:
0.8 FTE rotating Day/Evening/Nights/Weekend.
Required Qualifications:
6 months of patient care experience required
Working knowledge of medical terminology
Demonstrated understanding of principles of sterile processing and materials handling
Demonstrates knowledge of age-related growth and development principles necessary to provide appropriate service and assure safety of patients
Preferred Qualifications:
High School Graduate preferred
Surgical materials handling preferred
Benefits:
Park Nicollet offers a competitive benefits package (for eligible positions) that includes medical insurance, dental insurance, a retirement program, time away from work, insurance options, tuition reimbursement, an employee assistance program, onsite clinic and much more!
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. We are committed to a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. A culture where every person feels welcome, included, and valued. It’s an important part of our Head + Heart, Together culture, and critical to our success.
Minimum Education Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Minimum Experience Required
None
Shift
First (Day)
Number of Openings
1
Public Transportation Accessible
Yes
Veterans Encouraged to Apply
No
Physical Required
Yes
Drug Test Required
Yes
Compensation
$11.41 / Hourly
Postal Code
55426
Job Type
Full Time
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
120508
Job Benefits
Not specified
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