Number of Job Openings Available:

1

Date Posted:

September 24, 2024

Department:

31005610 Surgical Services

Shift:

Day/Evening (United States of America)

Shift Length:

8/12 combo shift

Hours Per Week:

20

Union Contract:

SEIU-4-Abbott Northwestern Service Workers

Weekend Rotation:

Other

Job Summary:

Allina Health is a not-for-profit health system that cares for individuals, families and communities throughout Minnesota and western Wisconsin. If you value putting patients first, consider a career at Allina Health. Our mission is to provide exceptional care as we prevent illness, restore health and provide comfort to all who entrust us with their care. This includes you and your loved ones. We are committed to providing whole person care, investing in your well-being, and enriching your career.

Key Position Details:

• 0.5 FTE (40 hours per two-week period)
• Day/evening shift
• Will be scheduled every weekend (flexibility to work 8 or 12-hour shifts)
• Rotating weekend call schedule
• SEIU-represented, benefit-eligible position

Job Description:

In the operating room, provides basic indirect patient care as delegated, providing clean, well stocked surgical suite, with case carts and appropriate equipment for the room. Supports the operating room staff in lifting, positioning, transporting patients. Returns used equipment and supplies to appropriate area for reprocessing.

Principle Responsibilities

• Supports care of the procedural patient
  • Gathers appropriate supplies and equipment for individual cases.
  • Completes case carts and delivers to procedure area.
  • Delivers blood products, lab specimens and medications as assigned.
  • Assists in lifting, positioning and transferring of patient under RN supervision.
• Facilitates operating room turnover
  • Cleans/decontaminates procedure room, furniture and equipment after the case.
  • Replaces/restocks used items.
  • Transports case cart, instruments, linen and trash to appropriate areas for reprocessing or disposal.
  • Adheres to Infection Control policies and procedures.
• Handles sterile supplies according established standards
  • Checks integrity of sterile packs and packaging before shelving or distribution.
  • Cleans cabinets, equipment and storage shelving in designated area per schedule.
• Participates in maintaining safe environment
  • Protects patient, self and others from injury during transfers, lifts and transports, by using proper equipment and body mechanics.
  • Follows safety/security procedures for emergency and non-emergency situations.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• 0 to 2 years Nursing Assistant, Central Processing/Case Cart or other patient care experience

Licenses/Certifications

• BLS Tier 1 - Basic Life Support - Allina Health required within 90 Days

Physical Demands

• Medium Work:
• Lifting weightUp to 50 lbs. occasionally, Up to 25 lbs. frequently