Surgical Support Aide - Minneapolis, United States - Allina Health

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    Regular, Part time
    Description

    Number of Job Openings Available:

    1

    Date Posted:

    February 21, 2024

    Department:

    Surgical Services

    Shift:

    Day/Evening (United States of America)

    Shift Length:

    8/12 combo shift

    Hours Per Week:

    20

    Union Contract:

    SEIU-4-Abbott Northwestern Service Workers

    Weekend Rotation:

    Other

    Job Summary:

    In the operating room, provides basic indirect patient care as delegated, providing clean, well stocked surgical suite, with case carts and appropriate equipment for the room. Supports the operating room staff in lifting, positioning, transporting patients. Returns used equipment and supplies to appropriate area for reprocessing.

    Key Position Details:

    • Weekend Position
    • Day/Evening shift schedule 8-12 Hour Shifts Available
    • Part time benefit eligible position

    Job Description:

    Principle Responsibilities

    • Supports care of the procedural patient
      • Gathers appropriate supplies and equipment for individual cases.
      • Completes case carts and delivers to procedure area.
      • Delivers blood products, lab specimens and medications as assigned.
      • Assists in lifting, positioning and transferring of patient under RN supervision.
    • Facilitates operating room turnover
      • Cleans/decontaminates procedure room, furniture and equipment after the case.
      • Replaces/restocks used items.
      • Transports case cart, instruments, linen and trash to appropriate areas for reprocessing or disposal.
      • Adheres to Infection Control policies and procedures.
    • Handles sterile supplies according established standards
      • Checks integrity of sterile packs and packaging before shelving or distribution.
      • Cleans cabinets, equipment and storage shelving in designated area per schedule.
    • Participates in maintaining safe environment
      • Protects patient, self and others from injury during transfers, lifts and transports, by using proper equipment and body mechanics.
      • Follows safety/security procedures for emergency and non-emergency situations.
      • Other duties as assigned.

    Job Requirements

    • 0 to 2 years Nursing Assistant, Central Processing /Case Cart or other patient care experience required
    • BLS Tier 1 - Basic Life Support - Allina Health required within 90 Days

    Physical Demands
    Medium Work:
    Lifting weight Up to 50 lbs. occasionally, Up to 25 lbs. frequently

    Allina Health is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to all employees and applicants. EO M/F/Disability/Vet Employer.