Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Hourly
Range $13.00 - $15.75
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
On-call
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Pre-tax savings
Retirement
Job Description
Mayo Clinic is a globally recognized nonprofit medical research group and medical practice that has earned the top ranking in more specialties than any other care provider, according to U.S. News & World Report. With a strong commitment to patient care, Mayo Clinic is widely known for its integrated, patient-centered approach to healthcare that combines advanced research, education, and clinical expertise to deliver world-class care. Operating from major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona; Jacksonville, Florida; Rochester, Minnesota; and multiple Midwest communities, Mayo Clinic provides a diverse and dynamic working environment. Their expansive reach includes international locations, reflecting their dedication to advancing health and medical knowledge worldwide.
As an employer, Mayo Clinic prioritizes the well-being of its employees by offering competitive compensation packages and comprehensive benefits plans designed to support individuals and their families both now and in the future. Opportunities for continuing education and career advancement are also key parts of the Mayo Clinic experience, enabling employees to grow professionally within a supportive and innovative environment.
The Surgical Services Attendant Aide role at Mayo Clinic is essential in supporting the nursing staff within the operating room environment. This position focuses on assisting with indirect and direct patient care duties delegated by registered nurses to maintain smooth and safe operations. Cleaning and maintaining surgical areas and equipment are critical responsibilities that facilitate daily workflow and ensure compliance with infection control standards established by The Joint Commission and AORN. This role demands flexibility, strong communication, and the ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including nurses, scrub techs, nurse anesthetists, surgeons, and anesthesiologists.
Candidates for this role will find themselves integral to maintaining patient dignity and safety, assisting with patient transport, positioning, and performing courier duties such as handling blood products and transporting specimens. This full-time position requires an 80-hour schedule, mainly Monday through Friday with a call schedule that includes weekends, nights, and holidays. Mayo Clinic values employees who can adapt to the unpredictable nature of healthcare delivery while upholding confidentiality and commitment to patient care. The position also requires applicants to live within a reasonable driving distance to meet a 45-minute on-call requirement.
Mayo Clinic’s Surgical Services Attendant Aide position is suited for individuals committed to providing high-quality patient care and supporting the operational needs of a leading healthcare institution. This role not only offers a chance to be part of a world-renowned medical team but also provides a stable and rewarding career path with a community that values safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
As an employer, Mayo Clinic prioritizes the well-being of its employees by offering competitive compensation packages and comprehensive benefits plans designed to support individuals and their families both now and in the future. Opportunities for continuing education and career advancement are also key parts of the Mayo Clinic experience, enabling employees to grow professionally within a supportive and innovative environment.
The Surgical Services Attendant Aide role at Mayo Clinic is essential in supporting the nursing staff within the operating room environment. This position focuses on assisting with indirect and direct patient care duties delegated by registered nurses to maintain smooth and safe operations. Cleaning and maintaining surgical areas and equipment are critical responsibilities that facilitate daily workflow and ensure compliance with infection control standards established by The Joint Commission and AORN. This role demands flexibility, strong communication, and the ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team including nurses, scrub techs, nurse anesthetists, surgeons, and anesthesiologists.
Candidates for this role will find themselves integral to maintaining patient dignity and safety, assisting with patient transport, positioning, and performing courier duties such as handling blood products and transporting specimens. This full-time position requires an 80-hour schedule, mainly Monday through Friday with a call schedule that includes weekends, nights, and holidays. Mayo Clinic values employees who can adapt to the unpredictable nature of healthcare delivery while upholding confidentiality and commitment to patient care. The position also requires applicants to live within a reasonable driving distance to meet a 45-minute on-call requirement.
Mayo Clinic’s Surgical Services Attendant Aide position is suited for individuals committed to providing high-quality patient care and supporting the operational needs of a leading healthcare institution. This role not only offers a chance to be part of a world-renowned medical team but also provides a stable and rewarding career path with a community that values safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
Job Requirements
- Must live within a reasonable driving distance to campus to meet 45-minute on-call requirement
- High school diploma or GED must be verifiable
- Demonstrate age-related competency by completion of required education and post-test
- Demonstrate appropriate working knowledge of specialty equipment
- Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the patient-care setting
- Strong communication and computer skills
- Knowledge of medical terminology and general hospital/clinic procedures preferred
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required
Job Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED must be verifiable
- Demonstrate age-related competency by completion of required education and post-test
- Demonstrate working knowledge of specialty equipment
- Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within patient-care setting
- Strong communication and computer skills
- Knowledge of medical terminology and general hospital/clinic procedures preferred
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required
Job Duties
- Assist the nursing staff with delegated tasks of indirect and direct patient care
- Clean and maintain assigned items and areas to facilitate smooth daily operations
- Maintain a clean and safe environment in the surgical department/suites following Joint Commission and AORN/Infection control guidelines
- Work closely with the nursing staff, scrub techs, Nurse Anesthetist, Surgeon, and Anesthesiologist as needed
- Be flexible to changing priorities and handle changing workflows
- Participate in Commitment to Safety by providing and collecting data to improve patient/staff safety and OR efficiencies
- Actively participate as a member of the patient care team maintaining patient confidentiality at all times
- Perform job duties to support patient care under the direction of nursing staff and function independently to complete assigned tasks
- Serve as courier for the surgical department by obtaining and returning blood products, obtaining beds for patient transfer, and transporting specimens to the lab in compliance with regulatory guidelines
- Assist circulator nurse, surgical team, and physician with patient positioning and provide patient dignity and privacy during transport and transfer if needed
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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