Surgical Attendant-Davis Ambulatory Surgery Center

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Surgical Attendant - Job Description

Summary

The Surgical Attendant performs a variety of technical, environmental, and patientcare duties under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse (RN). Responsibilities are carried out in accordance with hospital and nursing policies and within the legal scope of practice for unlicensed caregivers.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities - Level I

Patient Care & Support

• Verify patient identification and location to ensure safety.
• Assist with patient transfers and transportation following departmental safety protocols.
• Communicate respectfully with patients and respond promptly to needs; escalate requests to appropriate personnel when necessary.
• Provide ageappropriate care according to the RNdeveloped plan of care.
• Complete annual education on agespecific competencies (infant through geriatric).
• Assist with patient positioning and preparation for surgical procedures.
• Support application of wraps, casts, and dressings.
• Provide emergency assistance at the direction of surgeons or nursing staff.

Clinical & Procedural Preparation

• Prepare units for surgical cases by gathering and setting up functional equipment and supplies.
• Set up and troubleshoot equipment within the assigned service line, and operate at least 85% of equipment used in other surgical specialties.
• Safely utilize all patientpositioning devices and surgical tables.
• Transport specimens, equipment, and materials efficiently and in accordance with safety standards.

Equipment & Environment Maintenance

• Identify malfunctioning equipment, document issues, and route items to the proper maintenance department.
• Perform minor equipment maintenance such as replacing light bulbs in power sources or surgical lights.
• Clean equipment, surgical tables, and floors using approved cleaning solutions.
• Collect, bag, and dispose of soiled linen and trash according to protocol.
• Restock supplies including suction liners, trash bags, and subroom items.
• Return cleaned equipment to designated storage areas.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazardfree environment in operating rooms, hallways, storage areas, and other units.

Team & Operational Support

• Keep the charge nurse informed of room status and attendant availability.
• Assist with the orientation of new staff as directed by the nurse manager or designee.
• Monitor and maintain unit supplies and equipment.

Qualifications

Experience - Level I

• Six months of experience in a hospital setting, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Licensure/Certification - Level I

• Current BCLS (Basic Cardiac Life Support) certification required.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Basic mechanical skills for assembling and operating equipment.
• Ability to comprehend and follow verbal and written instructions.
• Knowledge of sterile technique and safe surgicalfield practices.
• Physical ability to perform job duties, including:




• Heavy lifting
• Prolonged standing, walking, or sitting
• Pushing, pulling, climbing, stooping, kneeling
• Overhead reaching
• Trunk rotation for extended periods