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Surgical Attendant, PRN, 1st Shift at Huntsville Hospital Health System
Decatur, Alabama, United States -
Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

23 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

24 Apr, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

No

Skills

Patient transportation, Operating room cleaning, Aseptic technique, Infection prevention, Workplace safety, Patient identification, Equipment maintenance, Surgical specimen handling, Patient positioning, BCLS

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description
Overview Job Summary: Assists OR personnel in providing high quality care to all age patients undergoing surgical procedures. Ensures operating room is properly cleaned and prepared for procedures. Transports surgical patients to the OR prior to surgery. Responsibilities Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions Follows DMH policy regarding patient identification prior to transporting patients to the OR. Cleans OR suites and surrounding environment following DMH policy and procedure guidelines. Protects patient right to privacy. Maintains respectful, professional behavior with patients and family members. Reports patient and/or family concerns to leadership team. Assumes responsibility and accountability for cleaning and/or work assignments. Assures assigned areas are stocked with necessary supplies. Handles and transports surgical specimens to the appropriate place as needed. Cleans and transports special equipment before and after procedures. Notifies leadership team of equipment not working properly. Assists with positioning patients for surgical procedures. Understands basic principles of aseptic technique, infection prevention and workplace safety. Follows instructions, adaptable to change, accountable. Able to work in a fast paced, high stress area. Qualifications Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Experience Required: Education: High school diploma or equivalent. BCLS required. Experience: none required
Responsibilities
The surgical attendant assists operating room personnel by cleaning and preparing surgical suites and transporting patients to the OR. They are also responsible for stocking supplies, handling surgical specimens, and assisting with patient positioning.