Job Description

Employment Type: Full timeShift: Day ShiftDescription: At Saint Alphonsus Health System, we are looking for people who are living out their calling. We want you to be passionate about coming to work, and challenged to achieve your potential. Living by these virtues, we pride ourselves on exceptional service and the highest quality of care.We are now hiring for a Full Time Day Surgery Assistant at our Boise Regional Medical Center (I-184 and Curtis Road)!Position Summary & Highlights:The Day Surgery Assistant will support the Day Surgery staff by preparing and picking surgery case carts, maintain and transport supplies and equipment, and provide housekeeping services.Saint Alphonsus Health System offers a full range of , including both inpatient and outpatient surgery serving in communities from .Our dedicated utilize the most to deliver the highest quality of care for all types of patients including the critically ill and injured with the only in the region.What You Will Do:You will support staff by preparing surgery case carts that include all necessary surgery supplies, suture, and equipment based on surgeon's preference.Clean and turnover operating rooms including all equipment, bed, floor, appliances, and overhead lights in the surgery suites or that were used on the particular cases.Provide anesthesia support services under the direct supervision of the anesthesiologist and manager and clean and check instruments and machines according to procedures.Coordinate periodic maintenance with Bio-Med department according to policy.Retrieve, clean, assemble, and sterilize re-usable patient care equipment and surgical instrumentation.Transport supplies, specimens, x-rays, blood products, and beds.Provide necessary articles for transport, including oxygen tanks, monitors, patient charts, documents, and supplies, and transport recovery beds or patient beds to appropriate rooms.Provide direct, high quality service to surgeons, anesthesiologists, and anesthetists. Respond promptly and accurately to physician and anesthetist direction.Ensures that all Quality Assurance documentation is completed to meet the standards of sterilization and JCAHO requirements.An ideal candidate will be dependable, have strong organizational skills, ability to multitask and be able to work in a fast-paced environment.Work Schedule:This position is a full time position scheduled for 36 hours a week.Day Surgery Assistants work Monday xe2x80x93 Thursdays, either 4:30am xe2x80x93 2:30pm or 8:00am xe2x80x93 6:30pm.Minimum Qualifications:High school diploma or equivalent required.Prior experience in a hospital anesthesia, operating rooms or sterile processing departments desirable.Experience working in housekeeping, or surgery transportation helpful.Highlights and BenefitsWhen Saint Alphonsus takes care of you, you can take better care of our patients. We foster personal and professional growth and offer opportunities that empower our colleagues to develop their careers. Our belief in work-life balance compliments the natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and outdoor recreation lifestyle that is unique to Idaho and Oregon.We offer market-competitive pay, generous PTO, and multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one.Benefits for your future include retirement planning and matching, college savings plans for your family, and multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop.We are proud to offer Employee Assistance Programs, tuition reimbursement, and educational opportunities to help you learn and grow.Visit to learn more!Saint Alphonsus Facility Information:Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities. The health system boasts 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies, compassionate staff, and healing environments, Saint Alphonsus' goal is to improve the health and well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based.Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health;The regionxe2x80x99s most advanced Trauma Center (Level II);Commission on Cancer Accredited Program through demonstrating an uncompromising commitment to improving patient survival and quality of life.Our Commitment to Diversity and InclusionTrinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

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