Perioperative Services Associate

Perioperative Services Associate Newark, NJ Job Details Per diem 1 day ago Qualifications Collaborate with healthcare professionals CPR Certification CPR English Patient safety Healthcare infection prevention and control expertise High school diploma or GED Supervising experience Surgical instruments Perioperative care 1 year JCAHO Hospital experience Entry level Hospital process improvement Full Job Description The primary purpose of the Perioperative Services Associate position is to be a vital member of the Perioperative Service/Surgical Team and achieves efficient/safe patient care through the operating room turnover and well maintained supplies, instruments and equipment. As a member of the Surgical Team they demonstrate team collaboration, communication and participate in process and performance improvements activities. The Perioperative Services Associate is knowledgeable of Infection Control Mandates and activities, regulatory agency standards and Joint Commission Safety Alerts and mandates. High school diploma or its equivalent plus one (1) year of hospital work experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience. CPR required. Ability to read, write, speak, understand and communicate in English sufficiently to carry out the duties of the position; prior supervisory experience an asset. Must be able to work under pressure and stress for prolonged period of times. Requires the ability to accept frequent interruptions from multiple sources.