What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNA or Medical Assistant position at The Orthopedic Clinic Surgery Center?
Description
The Orthopedic Clinic Surgery Center is a growing, state-of-the-art, Ambulatory Surgery Center in Daytona Beach, Florida. Our team of ten Surgeons, ten Mid-Level Providers and our dynamic clinical team are dedicated to providing compassionate and cutting-edge orthopedic care. We are currently seeking a highly motivated, experienced CNA, EMT, or Medical Assistant to join our lively team as a Perioperative Tech.
POSITION EXPECTATIONS
As a Perioperative Tech, you will be responsible for supporting medical and nursing staff by managing pre-operative and post-operative patient care in a fast-paced, outpatient environment. Other responsibilities of this position include:
- Assist with patient admission: vitals, height/weight, belongings inventory, comfort measures.
- Performs Glucose and Urine Pregnancy tests under direction of an RN
- Prepare Pre Op bays and PACU bays with required supplies and equipment.
- Transport patients safely between Pre Op, OR, and PACU following handoff protocols.
- Provide post operative support: comfort measures, assistance with mobility, toileting.
- Clean and turn over bays between patients; maintain infection control standards.
- Stock Pre Op and PACU supply areas daily; monitor expiration dates.
- Assist with discharge preparation: wheelchair transport, instructions support (RN led).
- Participate in emergency response (CPR, crash cart retrieval, runner duties).
- Support QAPI initiatives related to patient flow, safety, and satisfaction
- Has a good knowledge of the location of equipment and supplies.
- Understands the importance of keeping the area clean and tidy.
- Keeps counter tops and shelves free of dust.
- Removes soiled linen from all areas and bag for pickup each day.
- Keeps sinks clean and free of debris.
The ideal candidate will be focused on excellent patient care, have the ability to multi-task, the ability to show flexibility in assignments, maintain scrupulous infection control standards, maintain professional competencies and have the ability to work as part of an interdependent multidisciplinary team.
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS
- Must have prior experience in a medical practice or hospital
- Must be licensed as a CNA, EMT, or be certified as a Medical Assistant
- Current American Heart BLS certification
- Prior experience working in a surgery setting is a plus
Full compensation package to include: competitive salary, medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD. Life insurance, 401k, profit sharing, paid time off
The Orthopedic Clinic Surgery Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and fully subscribe to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants and/or employees are considered for hire, promotion and job status, without regard to race, color, citizenship, religion, national origin, age, sex (including sexual harassment, sexual orientation, and gender identity), disability or handicap, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran, or current or future military status or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.
The Orthopedic Clinic Surgery Center is a drug free workplace and all offers of employment at East Coast Surgery Center are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check.