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Position SummaryResponsible for rendering professional care to patients undergoing surgical procedures within the Center, in accordance with established policies and procedures. Functions cooperatively with healthcare team. The starting pay is at $24/hr based on experience.QualificationsHigh school Diploma or equivalentBLS certificationAble to read, write, and communicate in EnglishPrevious healthcare experience requiredEssential Duties And ResponsibilitiesDemonstrates knowledge of and adheres to the Code of ConductFollows all policies and proceduresDemonstrates an attitude that is caring, respectful, sensitive, tactful, compassionate, empathetic, and tolerantProvides a safe environment for the patientCommunicates safety concerns appropriately, following Chain of CommandLegibly documents when necessary in the performance of jobPromotes patient and physician satisfactionUses proper cleaning techniques as specific in the policy and procedures and manufacturer's instructions for useReports non-working or malfunctioning equipment to the Charge Nurse/Center LeaderWears appropriate Personal Protected Equipment (PPE)Observes universal precautionsRefers situations beyond ability or function to proper personFunctions cooperatively with physicians and staff exhibiting teamwork characteristicsAdheres to Center policies and procedures for quality, infection control, and riskAssists in preparing patients for designated procedureAccurately obtains vital signs as indicated and documents in chart (as required)Assists with housekeeping duties as directedAssists with patient transport (as applicable)Assists with answering the phone when necessaryRegular and predictable attendancePerforms other miscellaneous duties as assignedAttends all required educationTeamworkWorks collaboratively with healthcare teamExhibits high level of integrityMaintains flexibility and performs other duties as requiredParticipates in staff meetings, in-services, and continuing education as requiredMathematical SkillsAbility to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, decimals, and percentages.Language SkillsAbility to understand, read, write, and speak English. Ability to read manufacturer's instructions or instructions for use. Ability to respond to questions, and interact appropriately with managers, employees, clients, vendors, and the general public.Reasoning AbilityExhibits mental alertness and demonstrates ability to exercise good judgmentAbility to multi-task effectively, efficiently, accurately, and with attention to detailsAbility to recognize issues and communicates to Registered Nurse/Center LeaderPhysical DemandsAbility to sit, stand and walk for long periods of time, i.e., 6-8 hours per dayAbility to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, or carry objects up to 50 pounds in weightAbility to use abdominal and lower back muscles to support part of the body repeatedly or continuously without "giving out" or fatiguingAbility to perform physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials, lift or transport patients, prepare medical procedure rooms, or set up patient care equipmentAbility to keep your hand and arm steady while moving your arm or while holding your arm and hand in one positionAbility to keep or regain your body balance or stay uprightAbility to exert yourself physically over long periods of time without getting winded or out of breathAbility to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appearsSpecific vision abilities for close and distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focusWork EnvironmentDays and hours of work may vary to meet patient and center needsThe Center is a well-lit, ventilated and climate controlled environment. The Center may require decreased lighting to meet patient care needs or procedure requirements, such as laser rooms and some OR/Procedure roomsAbility to work with medical and office equipment, some of which will have moving partsNoise level is usually quiet to moderateMay have exposure to blood and other potentially infectious body fluids and materials or toxic chemicals and cleaning solutionsProcedure rooms are often small and due to equipment may have little room to work around and may necessitate reaching, pulling, pushingWork in close proximity to patients and co-workers#J-18808-Ljbffr