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Time Type:
Full time
Hours per Pay Period:
80
Shift:
Day Shift 10-40

Minimum:
$18.34 USD
Maximum:
$27.22 USD(This represents the rate for an individual with significant experience in this job)

Department:
Operating Room

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The future looks bright at Bay Area Hospital, and we are always searching for quality people to join our team. We offer a great atmosphere, competitive pay, a wide array of benefits, and many growth opportunities for our employees.

Job Description:
Surgical Services Assistant

Assists and supports the operating room healthcare team by utilizing strong secretarial skills and customer service to manage the operating room service desk, cleaning, stocking supplies, making deliveries and transporting patients.

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Ability to identify, disassemble, decontaminate, reassemble and sort all instrumentation and instrument trays used in the operating room
• Ability to follow surgery schedule to assure scopes, instruments and supplies are available as needed
• Safe patient handling; lifting, turning, positioning skills
• Knowledge of surgical supplies and instruments
• Knowledge of sterile environment and technique
• Demonstrates the ability to use a personal computer and various software programs applicable to the position
• Demonstrates the ability to operate applicable office equipment
• Exhibits the ability to deal effectively interdepartmentally & with the public
• Exhibits the ability to maintain confidentiality, think and act independently with minimal supervision
• Maintains regular, consistent and punctual attendance at the assigned job location
• Demonstrates effective response to patient crisis/emergency situations

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES/DEGREES

• Ability to read, write legibly, and converse effectively in the English language
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS)
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

EXPERIENCE

• One year experience as a unit secretary in surgical services preferred
• Electronic Medical Record system experience

GENERAL INFORMATION

Union Affiliation: UFCW

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and job skills required.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL/ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Able to stand, walk, bend, squat, reach, and stretch frequently
• May be required to lift up to 25 pounds
• Must use standard precautions due to threat of exposure to blood and body fluids
• Needs ability to communicate effectively through reading, writing, and speaking in person or on telephone
• May require periodic use of personal computer

Compensation Grade:
UFCW

Compensation Grade Profile:
U036

Bay Area Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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