Support Associate at Crystal Clinic Orthopaedic Center, LLC in Fairlawn, Ohio

Job Description:

Position Summary

The Support Associate assists the patient care team by performing multifunctional activities such as direct patient care (under the direction of a Registered Nurse), day-to-day upkeep of the Nursing Units, and patient discharges.

Essential Job Functions/Accountabilities

Properly identifies and escorts patient to pre-op or pre-testing areas. Obtains patient vital signs. Provides positive patient interaction.

Disinfects bed/chair/area/equipment after patient use. Stocks pre-op area with pretesting area supplies. Restocks bedside with necessary items. Stocks blanket warmer. Makes beds and performs other special housekeeping duties as required. Distributes linens.

Replaces sharps containers when full. Communicates with Pre-Op/PACU manager if laundry items appear to be over or under stocked. Obtains supplies from stock room as requested.

Transports assigned patients throughout all areas of the hospital as directed, to include lifting and assisting from bed to wheelchairs and back as may be required.

Assists with patient transfers and discharges, including returning patient belongings and removing equipment from patient area post-discharge.

Identifies and reports unusual occurrences and/or abnormal findings to the patients nurse in a timely manner. Observes and reports maintenance defects that need repair, adjustment, or replacement. Support other direct caregivers as needed.

Performs miscellaneous errands, such as transporting specimens, documents etc.

Performs other patient care support activities as needed. Supports other team members by answering the phone.

All other duties not specifically assigned.

Position Requirements

Education: High school diploma or GED required.

Experience: Previous healthcare experience preferred.

Technical Skills: N/A

Certifications/Licenses/Registrations: BLS required within 3 months of hire.