Surgical Assistant - OR General Surgery

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The Greater Manchester Region has approximately 2,500 employees. It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 249-bed community hospital, Rockville General, a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital, a 102-bed facility, a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services. The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of 300,000 people in 19 towns.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Surgical Assistant II is responsible for performing the duties of moving surgical equipment and furniture, cleaning tasks, linen supply management, schedule distribution, errands and ensuring effective communication between themself, the managers, the patients, peers, staff, physicians, and other hospital departments. Is a resource for simple and complex equipment room set-ups. Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment. Identifies specific needs of the patient and anesthesia care provider in relation to anesthesia supplies needed prior, during, and after a surgical procedure, in collaboration with an anesthesia care provider. Reports to the Clinical Nurse Manager.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION:

· High School Diploma or GED equivalent.

· Must have certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support upon hire or receive certification within the 90 Day Introductory Period and maintain clinical competency during employment within this role.

EXPERIENCE:

· Minimum six