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At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Perioperative Attendant** ** ** **– Mary Immaculate Hospital

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

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.

Licensing/Certification

BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (required)

Work Experience

One-year perioperative experience preferred

Essential Job 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 suppliesand linensneeded for surgeryand/or anesthesia daily use. May maintain oxygen tanks based upon department design. Reportsshortage of suppliesto supervisor.

+ Sets up equipmentand positioning devices as needed for surgery.Reports to supervisor anybroken,defective,or missing equipment or positioning devices. Cleans and maintains proper storage of equipment and positioning devices.

+ Transports patientsto from multiple departments as needed. May obtain clean inpatient beds and stretcher based upon department design.

+ Responds to a variety of requests including running errandsto and from other departments, obtaining items as needed, etc.

+ Performs patient POCT as needed. Performs daily quality control checks on POCT devices.

+ Maintains fluid and blanket warming logs for department as needed based upon department design.

+ May discard and replace biohazards and sharps containers as needed based upon department design.

+ Contributes to unit performance improvement and/or quality improvement activities.

+ Ensures proper specimen and/or blood product handling, labeling and transportation per department procedure.

+ Takes call as required.

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.

As a Bon Secours 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 Bon secours Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email [email protected] . 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 [email protected]