Perioperative Assistant

Principle Responsibilities Takes direction from Registered Nurse or supervisor for direct and indirect patient care Cleaning/stocking, room turnover, transporting of patients. Obtains and delivers items as requested including equipment, instruments, specimens and other lab requests. Completes preoperative skin preparation according to department guidelines. Participates in team communication and collaboration Communicates ideas and opportunities for improvement. Serves as mentor and resource to new staff in Perioperative Assistant role. Reports safety issues or concerns to supervisor. Other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications Vocational or Technical Training in Surgical Technology, Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant, or surgical setting work experience 0 to 2 years in surgical setting Preferred Qualifications 1 year in a surgical setting Licenses/Certifications Must meet at least ONE of the requirements below: BLS certification from the American Heart Association BLS certification from the American Red Cross Allina in-house BLS training (within 30 days of hire) Physical Demands Medium Work*: Lifting weight up to 32 lbs. occasionally (*Allina Safe Patient Moving Policy), up to 25 lbs. frequently 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two-week pay period) 8-hour day/evening shifts Occasional weekends Pay Range Pay Range: $21.93 to $28.69 per hour The pay described reflects the base hourly pay range. Your starting rate would depend on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, your experience, education, and the union agreement (if applicable). Shift, weekend and/or other differentials may be available to increase your pay rate for certain shifts or work. Benefits Include Medical/Dental PTO/Time Away Retirement Savings Plans Life Insurance Short-term/Long-term Disability Voluntary Benefits (vision, legal, critical illness) Tuition Reimbursement or Continuing Medical Education as applicable Student Loan Support Benefits to navigate the Federal Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program Allina Health is a 501(c)(3) eligible employer Benefit eligibility/offerings are determined by FTE and if you are represented by a union. #J-18808-Ljbffr Allina Health