What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgical Services Aide position at McLaren Central Michigan?
About Us
McLaren Health Care is a fully integrated health network committed to quality, evidence-based patient care with locations in Michigan and Indiana. The McLaren system includes 13 hospitals in Michigan, ambulatory surgery centers, imaging centers, a primary and specialty care physician network, commercial and Medicaid HMOs, home health, infusion and hospice providers, pharmacy services, a clinical laboratory network and a wholly owned medical malpractice insurance company. McLaren operates Michigan’s largest network of cancer centers and providers, anchored by the Karmanos Cancer Institute, one of only 53 National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer centers in the U.S.
Surgical Services Aide
Michigan, Mount Pleasant
NEW
Service/Support
McLaren Central Michigan
25000376
The Surgical Services Aide performs nonprofessional activities to assist the Registered Nurses and Surgical Technologists in caring for patients. Works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse or Surgical Technologist when this function has been delegated by the R.N. Assists with the clerical and hostess functions of the nursing unit; transcribes physician orders; maintains records, schedules patient test, expedites messages; orders and checks supplies; reports needed repairs.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities:
- Assist in the Operating Room as required.
- Assist in Same Day Surgery as assigned
- Assist with preparing patients preoperatively.
- Assists with preparation of surgical environment.
- Assists with endoscopic procedures as assigned.
- Maintains the patient record according to hospital policy.
- Maintains required reports.
- Exhibits appropriate and courteous behavior when interacting with patients, families, the community and members of the health care team.
- Maintains liaison activities with support departments.
- Maintains neat and pleasant working environment.
- Maintains an organized work station.
- Assures responsibility for legal/ethical and professional behaviors.
- Maintains a safe, comfortable and efficient environment for patients and fellow staff members.
- Assists the R.N in the care of patients as assigned.
- Documents care in medical records.
- Communicates effectively with patients, family and health care team.
- Supports the philosophy, goals and policies of the Department of Nursing and nursing unit.
- Maintains confidentiality of patient information.
- Other duties as assigned.
Required:
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Must have basic computer knowledge/experience
- Minimum of one (1) year direct patient care experience
- BLS certification within 60 days of hire/transfer
Preferred:
- Previous Nurse Assistant, Medical Assistant or EMT experience
- Previous Operating Room experience
Additional Information
- Schedule: Per Diem
- Requisition ID: 25000376
- Daily Work Times: Variable
- Hours Per Pay Period: 0
- On Call: No
- Weekends: No
McLaren Health Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identification, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, genetic information, height or weight, protected veteran or other classification protected by law.
