Surgical Aide

Assists in assuring optimal patient care by delivering basic patient care under the direct supervision of the RN or LPN. Responsible for the cleaning and sanitation of the physical environment in the area assigned.

Reports to:

Surgical Services Director FLSA:

Non-exempt Education:

High school diploma or equivalent or 3 year's experience preferred

License:

Certifications:

BLS Minimum Work Experience Prior housekeeping work experience desirable. Previous health care experience as Medical Assistant or Nursing Assistant preferred. Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Essential Functions Performs direct patient care responsibilities as needed. Performs multiple departmental assigned tasks that facilitate the transportation of patients, positioning of patients, room readiness and the turnover processes between surgical procedures. Keeps shelves stocked with supplies and delivers specimens to the laboratory, picks up x-rays, charts, etc. Maintains clean and orderly environment. Non-Essential Functions Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.

Qualifications:

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