Surgical Services Support Specialist

2 weeks ago

Ithaca, New York, United States Cayuga Health System Full time
Job Overview

Position: Surgical Services Support Specialist - Part Time


Embark on a fulfilling journey in the healthcare sector with us No prior experience is necessary—benefit from hands-on training and certification opportunities that facilitate your professional advancement in a vibrant and rewarding environment. Join Cayuga Health as a Surgical Services Support Specialist - NO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED


Cayuga Health and its affiliates stand as the premier healthcare system in the region, recognized for delivering integrated health services that enhance the well-being of the communities we serve. Our dedication to exceptional healthcare starts with our extraordinary team, who are continually exploring clinical innovations and improving access to the latest facilities, equipment, technologies, and research protocols. We prioritize our employees by offering competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and numerous professional development opportunities to foster a career in healthcare.


The Surgical Services Support Specialist in the operating room will play a crucial role in delivering routine care that contributes to safe and effective patient management in the Surgical Services Department under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse.


Key Responsibilities:

  • Transport patients and deliver urgent patient specimens to designated areas.
  • Retrieve blood and blood products from the blood bank.
  • Assist the perioperative charge nurse in the patient holding area.
  • Perform surgical clipping in accordance with departmental policies.
  • Support the surgical team with patient positioning, movement, and lifting.
  • Assist with room turnover and termination processes.
  • Provide assistance to nursing staff in operating room suites as needed.
  • Demonstrate fundamental knowledge of cleaning protocols for room turnover and termination.
  • Prepare, clean, and deliver equipment to operating room suites.
  • Return cleaned equipment to the appropriate locations.
  • Maintain a tidy, safe, and clean environment.
  • Restock daily supplies and prepare supplies for the following day.
  • Dispose of trash, linen, and used equipment from the operating room at the end of cases.
  • Clean equipment, operating tables, floors, and kick buckets in assigned operating rooms.
  • Ensure availability of personal protective equipment in assigned rooms and hallways.
  • Keep the decontamination room organized and clean, sending dirty carts to Sterile Processing.
  • Prepare stretchers for holding use.
  • Meet all full-time or part-time work hour requirements as hired.
  • Fulfill all weekday and weekend on-call obligations.

Essential Skills and Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent experience.

Preferred Skills and Qualifications:

  • At least 1 year of experience in a healthcare-related role is preferred.

Physical Demands:

  • Ability to stand for extended periods; must be capable of lifting over 25 lbs and assisting with patient positioning and transfers, with the ability to lift 50 lbs or more.

Work Environment and Shift Requirements:

  • Onsite work required.
  • Two 10-hour shifts per week; unit hours of operation are from 5 AM to 10 PM.
  • On-call component is mandatory.

Compensation Range:

  • $16.00 to $18.53 per hour.

Cayuga Health System and its affiliates are committed to equitable treatment for all patients, providers, staff, and volunteers, ensuring the highest levels of safety, care, and respect. We strive to recognize and overcome biases and policies that contribute to disparities in healthcare access and outcomes.


We proudly uphold our status as an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, fostering the growth and health of our employees and community by embracing diversity and prioritizing opportunities for a diverse and inclusive workplace.


If you require reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or hiring process, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team.


I certify that the information provided in this application is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge. I understand that any falsification or omission may disqualify me from consideration for employment or, if hired, may result in termination.

I acknowledge that any hiring decision is contingent upon the successful completion of all lawful pre-employment checks, which may include background checks, drug screenings, and reference reviews.

I also understand that the Company maintains a drug and alcohol-free workplace and has a testing program consistent with applicable laws.

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