Surgical Aide - Same Day Surgery

The Surgical Aide will provide assistance to the nurses and physicians in the Operating Room, PACU, Same Day Surgery, and G.I. Services. Contributes to the overall safety and efficiency of the department, maintains cleanliness of areas, supplies, and equipment.

PIH Health is a nonprofit, regional healthcare network that serves approximately 3 million residents in the Los Angeles County, Orange County and San Gabriel Valley region. The fully integrated network is comprised of PIH Health Downey Hospital, PIH Health Good Samaritan Hospital, PIH Health Whittier Hospital, 37 outpatient medical office buildings, a multispecialty medical (physician) group, home healthcare services and hospice care, as well as heart, cancer, digestive health, orthopedics, women’s health, urgent care and emergency services. The organization is nationally recognized for excellence in patient care and patient experience, and the College of Healthcare Information Management Executives (CHIME) has identified PIH Health as one of the nation’s top hospital systems for best practices, cutting-edge advancements, quality of care and healthcare technology. For more information, visit PIHHealth.org or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram.

Required Skills

• Team player
• Knowledge of infection control and body mechanics
• Adaptability/flexibility
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Effective communication skills
• Organizational skills

Required Experience

Required:

• Must maintain current BLS certification from the American Heart Association

Preferred:

• High school graduate or GED

Qualifications:

• Team player
• Knowledge of infection control and body mechanics
• Adaptability/flexibility
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Effective communication skills
• Organizational skills