FULL TIME

SURGERY MEDICAL ASSISTANT

Please apply if you have the following background: 1 year experience in a healthcare or medical business where you function as an assistant or technician role. (Examples: C.N.A., certified nursing assistant, patient care technician, medical assistant, phlebotomist, optometric technician, ophthalmic technician, patient support associate) required

Comprehensive Eyecare Partners is one of the nations largest vision care management service organizations. We have over 30 location in four separate states.

Green Valley Surgery Center is one of our partner centers hiring for a Surgery Medical Assistant.

This is an on-the-job training opportunity!

Position Summary:
The Surgery Medical Assistant contributes to the organization and daily function of the operating room in accordance with established federal, state and accreditation standards and facility policies and procedures. Assists the nurses and physicians in delivering the highest standard of patient care available.

Here's what makes you a successful candidate for Surgery Medical Assistant:

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 1 year experience in a healthcare or medical business where you function as an assistant or technician role. (Examples: C.N.A., certified nursing assistant, patient care technician, medical assistant, phlebotomist, optometric technician, ophthalmic technician, patient support associate) required
• Committed, progressive job history (no job hoppers!)
• Proven experience working in a cohesive team environment
• Proven ability to maintain excellent attendance and punctuality.
• Proven ability to be flexible and quickly adapt to change.
• Knowledge of sterile environment procedures preferred, but not required
• Proficiency with computer software, including electronic medical record (EMR or HER) systems required.
• Clean and active Drivers license required.

We will train you to do the following:

• Provide excellent customer service to all incoming patients
• Maintain efficient and organized work areas.
• Anticipate the need for equipment and supplies based on surgeon preference.
• Select equipment and supplies in an organized, cost effective and timely manner.
• Demonstrate skill in appropriate use of instruments and equipment.
• Keep surgical suites clean, tidy, free of soiled equipment and supplies, and properly stocked.
• Follow established policies and procedures for surgical counts.
• Demonstrate ability to create and maintain a sterile field.
• Uses principles of aseptic practice in varying situations.
• Assist with inventory management.
• Assist with OR turnover, and preparation of sterile supplies (e.g. opening, case pulling).