The Perioperative Attendant assists clinical staff by performing surgical suite turnover, cleaning, and equipment maintenance. They also facilitate patient care by assisting with positioning, transfers, and transporting patients between departments.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and be able to obtain BLS certification. One year of perioperative experience is preferred for this role.
high schoolTeamworkRelationship buildingAttention to detailCritical thinkingConflict resolutionActive listeningQuality controlFollowing instructionsPOCTWorking independentlyPatient transportEquipment maintenanceSense of urgencyPatient positioningSurgical suite turnoverSterile holds
Job description
West Hospital - Perioperative Attendant Full-Time - 40Hrs/Week Shift - Days/Evenings Job Summary: The Perioperative Attendant is responsible for assisting the clinical staff by performing a variety of support functions that facilitate the delivery of surgical/procedural services to the patient working under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated health care professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of the organization.
Essential Functions: Performs daily set-up of the surgical suites and room turnover between cases, maintaining a clean and orderly work area throughout the OR.
May terminally clean OR suites based upon department design.
Assists with patient positioning, lifting and transfers.
Performs sterile holds as needed.
Restocks and maintains an adequate amount of supplies and linens needed for surgery and/or anesthesia daily use.
May maintain oxygen tanks based upon department design.
Reports shortage of supplies to supervisor.
Sets up equipment and positioning devices as needed for surgery.
Reports to supervisor any broken, defective, or missing equipment or positioning devices.
Cleans and maintains proper storage of equipment and positioning devices.
Transports patients to from multiple departments as needed.
May obtain clean inpatient beds and stretcher based upon department design.
Responds to a variety of requests including running errands to and from other departments, obtaining items as needed, etc.
Performs patient POCT as needed.
Performs daily quality control checks on POCT devices.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job.
Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Education
High school diploma or equivalent (required)
Required
Licensing &
Certifications: BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
Benefits
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Paid time off
Referral bonuses
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Life insurance
Tuition assistance
Parental leave
Competitive pay
Professional development
Prescription coverage
Continuing education support
Incentives
403(b) with employer contributions
Mental health resources
FMLA leave
Backup care for children and elders
HSA/FSA options
Experience:
One-year perioperative experience (preferred)
Skills &
Abilities:
Hard/Tech/Clinical
Skills: Monitor patient conditions during treatment Completes specific, routine task Requires basic reading, writing, or simple arithmetic skill
May operate basic equipment/machinery
Soft/Interpersonal
Skills: Attention to detail Critical thinking Teamwork Conflict resolution Active listening Relationship building Ability to Follow Instructions
Able to
Work
Independently
Move with a sense of urgency
Training: None As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What We Offer
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com
