Perioperative Assistant, Full Time, First Shift

UC Health is hiring a Full-time Perioperative Assistant for the operating room for the first shift at West Chester.

West Chester Hospital provides its patients with access to the region's largest group of specialized physicians and medical providers. With a reputation for providing outstanding patient experiences and quality medical care, the hospital consistently ranks amongst the top 5% in the nation. West Chester Hospital provides a Level III Trauma Center that delivers superior emergency and critical care, and a certified Primary Stroke Center that provides access to the subspecialty care at the UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute.

The Perioperative Services Aide provides patient transport, blood product and specimen transport, equipment transport, stocking of supplies, and maintains an orderly, clean and safe environment for patients, staff and visitors.

• Engages in population appropriate communication. Has knowledge of growth and development milestones and tasks. Gives clear instructions to patients/family regarding treatment. Involves family/guardian in the assessment, initial treatment and continuing care of the patient. Identifies any physical limitations of the patient and deploys intervention when necessary. Recognizes and responds appropriately to patients/families with behavioral health problems. Interprets population related data and plans care appropriately. Identifies and responds appropriately to different needs resulting from, unique psychological needs or those associated with religious / cultural norms. Performs treatments, administers medication or operates equipment safely. Recognizes and responds to signs/symptoms of abuse or neglect.
  
• Transports patients to and from Perioperative Department using two patient identifiers, proper body mechanics and universal precautions. Demonstrates excellent communication and customer service skills towards patients, family members and health care providers.. Effectively communicates pt. observations and concerns timely and appropriately to RN Orientation of patients and visitors to room & unit. Safety measures: call light within reach; side rails up per policy; apply and reapply restraints as delegated per RN
  

Facilitates the maintenance of a clean, safe and organized environment for patients and co-workers by assisting with cleaning in all areas of Perioperative Services: SDS, OR, Endoscopy, MIS, PACU Transports unit specific equipment as directed. Performs cleaning of unit specific equipment. Under the direction of the RN, transports blood products and specimens Performs stocking of Perioperative supplies, including but not limited to linen, masks, surgical hats and shoe covers, warm-up jackets, scrub supplies, cleaning supplies. Reports maintenance issues. Enters appropriate information in Navicare patient flow systems. Ensures oral and written directives are effectively and efficiently completed. Performs courteous, effective, phone duties as directed. Relays written and verbal communication regarding pertinent patient/family issues to the Clinical Coordinator or Charge Nurse. Emergency Situations: responds appropriately to emergency situations, assist as directed by RN, obtain equipment as needed.

• High school diploma or GED required
  

Current enrollment in an Associate or Bachelor Degree Clinical Laboratory Program required.

UC Health is an integrated academic health system serving Greater Cincinnati and Northern Kentucky. In partnership with the University of Cincinnati, UC Health combines clinical expertise and compassion with research and teaching-a combination that provides patients with options for even the most complex situations. Members of UC Health include: UC Medical Center, West Chester Hospital, Daniel Drake Center for Post-Acute Care, Bridgeway Pointe Assisted Living, University of Cincinnati Physicians and UC Health Ambulatory Services (with more than 900 board-certified clinicians and surgeons), Lindner Center of HOPE and several specialized institutes including: UC Gardner Neuroscience Institute and the University of Cincinnati Cancer Center. Many UC Health locations have received national recognition for outstanding quality and patient satisfaction. Learn more at uchealth.com.

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As the region's adult academic health system, we strive for innovation and provide world-class care for not only our community, but patients from all over the world. Join our team and you'll be able to develop your skills, grow your career, build relationships with your peers and patients, and help us be a source of hope for our friends and neighbors.

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• Req. Number: 20346
  
• Address: 7700 University Dr
  
• City, State: West Chester, OH
  
• Job Type: Full time
  
• Posted Date: 8/5/2025