Surgical Care Affiliates (SCA) is transforming specialty care in our communities. We relentlessly create value by aligning physicians, health plans and health systems around a common goal: delivering exceptional care and healing to our patients and communities we serve. We are driven to achieve the quadruple aim in health care: high quality outcomes and a better experience for patients and providers, all at a lower total cost of care. As a national leader in surgical care, SCA’s 10,000 teammates operate more than 250 surgical facilities that serve nearly 1 million patients per year. For more information on SCA, visit www.scasurgery.com.

Why join SCA? Consider the following fantastic benefits…

• Positive work culture
• Career growth opportunities
• Comprehensive medical, vision and dental insurance – eligible on Day 1 of employment
• Paid time off plus 8 paid holidays
• Maternity/paternity/adoption benefits
• Employer-paid life and short- and long-term disability insurance
• Excellent 401(k) Plan

POSITION OBJECTIVE:  Under the supervision of the Registered Nurse, provides quality patient care and is accountable of the duties assigned by the Registered Nurse which comply with state-specific laws for unlicensed assistive personnel. The Patient Care Technician is expected to maintain the nursing objectives and standards of care at the level for which she/he is prepared. The Patient Care Technician does not accept medical orders (direct and/or indirect).

General Duties and Responsibilities:

• Effectively organizes time, equipment, supplies, and personnel.
• Uses equipment effectively by anticipating patient needs and providing appropriate care.
• Confirms that proper techniques and procedures are used according to accepted Standards of Practice and organizational policies and procedures.
• Assists with the ordering, receiving, and storage of supplies.
• Maintains order and cleanliness of the work area.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assists Registered Nurse with organizing and prioritizing patient care in accordance with the standards of care and organizational policies.
• Assists Registered Nurse in maintaining an environment conducive to patient and personnel safety.
• Demonstrates comfort measures.
• Assists in admission, transfer and discharge procedures.
• Secures patient belongings
• Properly applies restraints/medical assistive devices (i.e. wrist restraints, vests, side rails).
• Follows surgery center infection control policies.
• Ensures identification band/bracelet is on patient.
• Maintains a clutter-free environment.
• Is knowledgeable of aseptic technique and when it is used.
• Is able to demonstrate knowledge of standard precautions and utilize in daily practice.
• Utilizes various communication equipment (i.e. pager system, phone, etc).
• Identifies resources for problem-solving.
• Stays informed of work area activities/changes.
• Supports work flow throughout operating rooms.  This includes knowledge of case cart system if applicable and how to obtain additional or missing instruments and/or supplies as requested.
• Processes basic knowledge about surgical equipment and locations.
• Demonstrates ability to provide assistance with routine anesthesia supplies and equipment.
• Assist with informing biomedical technicians about equipment.
• May assume clerical assistant responsibilities.
• Documents care as appropriate for the clinical patient area and under the direction of a Registered Nurse
• Performs duties and tasks specific to the work area assigned.
• Adheres to written policies of the Surgery Center.
• Seeks educational opportunities to increase clinical competence and enhance personal growth.
• Responsible for completing mandatory classes relative to job responsibilities at the Surgery Center as well as for meeting continuing education requirements for certifications.
• Participates in the orientation of new employees as directed by Charge Registered Nurse

• Must be at least 18 years of age and have a high school diploma or its (GED) equivalency with satisfactory references 
• Must be current in BLS
• Must be prepared for work responsibilities through: certified nursing assistant; or EMT or EMT-P through vocational/technical program; or nursing student who has obtained certification letter from faculty member after completion of clinical rotation; or graduate of a nursing program who did not successfully complete registered nurse licensure examination; or equivalent experience in the field of related discipline equal to the time required to obtain a CNA certification.

Dependability:

• Attendance
• Punctuality        
• Ability to meet deadlines

Interdependent Partnering:

• Clear verbal communication skills
• Ability to assist in training newly hired staff on policies, procedures and processes as directed by Registered Nurse
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees, management, physicians, patients, and visitors
• Ability to interact with clients and corporate staff in a professional manner
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Other

Mastering Complexity:

• Ability to organize and follow through on own initiative
• Other

Customer/Marketplace Focus:

• Basic understanding of the healthcare industry
• Basic understanding of patient needs
• Good communication skills as it pertains to human relations
• Effectively interface with all areas of the surgery center

Technical/Functional:

• Basic knowledge of healthcare related documentation/systems
• Basic working knowledge of medical equipment
• Working knowledge of healthcare culture and processes
• Basic knowledge of computer spreadsheets and word processing