Perioperative Support Associate - Full Time Days

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About Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital

Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital is a 178-bed comprehensive medical and surgical facility serving the communities along Florida’s Treasure Coast as a trusted healthcare provider for more than 50 years. With the latest technology and a team of skilled healthcare professionals, we are committed to bringing the highest level of expert and compassionate care to the communities we serve.

With a full scope of care, we offer advanced technology and expertise in a number of specialties, including emergency care, heart and vascular care, orthopedics and surgical services. Recognized for high standards, we have earned full hospital and laboratory accreditation from The Joint Commission, as well as advanced certification as a Primary Stroke Center for our high-quality stroke care. As further demonstration of our commitment to quality and safety, we have earned several additional industry recognitions.

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WHY ORLANDO HEALTH?

Competitive Pay

Evening, nights, and weekend shift differentials offered for qualifying positions.

All Inclusive Benefits (Starting on Day One)

Student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, FREE college education programs, retirement savings, paid paternity leave, fertility benefits, back up elder and childcare, pet insurance, PTO/Holidays, and more for full time and part time employees.

Employee-centric

Orlando Health has been selected as one of the “Top Places to Work in Healthcare” by Becker’s Healthcare.

Company is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities.

A Brief Overview

Participates as a member of the perioperative nursing team.

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Section 1557 Non-Discrimination
The Office for Civil Rights (OCR) enforces Section 1557 of the Affordable Care Act (Section 1557), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and sex characteristics), in covered health programs or activities. 42 U.S.C. 18116.

What you will do

• Participates as a member of the perioperative nursing team.
• Demonstrates a working knowledge of the specialized equipment and supplies utilized by the anesthesia staff.
• Restocks the anesthesia supplies and/or equipment in the Operating Room after each case as needed.
• Under the direction of the anesthesia staff, cleans the equipment utilized in the delivery of anesthesia cases.
• Assists the registered nurse and anesthetist in transporting patients.
• Under the direct supervision of the Registered nurse and anesthetist, assists with positioning of patients for procedures.
• When not assigned to anesthesia support duties, will be assigned to PSA I tasks and duties.
• Transports and delivers items, equipment, and medications (excluding controlled substances and IV chemotherapy drugs) throughout the facility.
• May have limited access to areas storing medications.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
• Meets Orlando Health continuing education requirements.
• Evidences self-direction and personal accountability for their work practice and demonstrates responsiveness to departmental and facility needs.
• Performs duties in a cost efficient manner.
• Contributes to organizational effectiveness by reporting for duty on time, adhering to policies concerning rest and lunch breaks, and completes assigned duties in an effective, efficient manner.
• Performs team tasks by presenting a consistent professional image in appearance, work performance and communication practices.
• Demonstrates a positive attitude when interacting with patients, their families, visitors, other employees, physicians and other associates.
• Functions as a member of the interdisciplinary surgical healthcare team in both large and small work settings.
• Participates in PI activities as assigned.
• Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, patient rights and compliance with the standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies.
• Able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served in the perioperative setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• 90 days experience as PSA 1, CNA, or Clinical Technician; or
• Currently enrolled in or completed a Nursing, Surgical Tech or Medical Program.
• Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.