Surgical Assist Transporter

Surgical Assist
Position Type: 5 8s with call

Benefits:

• Health Insurance (Medical Dental Vision)
• 401(k) with matching
• Paid Time Off Available
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
  

At Gadsden Regional Medical Center we believe in the power of people and we look forward to you joining our team! We offer a family friendly work environment perfect for a new grad looking to start their career or an experienced professional looking to make a change!

Gadsden Regional Medical Center is located in Gadsden AL which offers a variety of attractions such as top tier public schools museums and nature. You can hike one of our beautiful trails fish along the Coosa River or visit Noccalula Falls. Enjoy a quaint night out on Broad Street or enjoy a beautiful mountain sunset. From golf hiking fishing childrens museums and Noccalula Falls there are lots of things to do and see in this beautiful city.

Job Summary

The Transporter / Surgical Assistant is responsible for safely moving and transporting patients throughout the facility to and from the surgery areas. Ensures patient comfort safety and confidentiality during transport while maintaining effective communication with healthcare teams to facilitate patient care. This role performs basic operative assistance such as positioning patients and assisting with room turnover.

Schedule: Full-Time Days Weekday and Weekend Call Required

What We Offer:

• Health Insurance Eligibility 1^st of the Month
• 6% 401k Employer Matching
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Company provided renewal of BLS

Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED
• 0-2 years of experience in a surgical sterile processing or patient care support role required
• 1-2 years of experience supporting perioperative services or working in a surgical setting preferred
• Must be within 30 minute arrival time when on call

Licenses and Certifications

• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation required
• BCLS - Basic Life Support required
• CST - Certified Surgical Technologist preferred

Essential Functions

• Transports patients safely between departments maintaining patient comfort and dignity throughout the process.
• Assists patients in and out of wheelchairs stretchers or beds ensuring proper lifting techniques and use of equipment to prevent injury.
• Communicates with nursing staff physicians and other healthcare providers to coordinate and prioritize patient transport needs.
• Maintains a clean and sanitized environment for transport equipment adhering to infection control protocols.
• Assists with the movement of medical equipment supplies and documents as needed to support the Surgery Department

About Gadsden Regional Medical Center

Gadsden Regional Medical Center is your community healthcare provider a 346-bed facility with inpatient and outpatient care. We are Joint Commission certified in hip and knee replacements and have top-rated programs in cardiology and emergency care.

We work hard every day to be a place of healing caring and connection for patients and families in Gadsden Albertville Attalla Boaz Fort Payne Glencoe Hokes Bluff Jacksonville Leesburg Piedmont Rainbow City Southside Steele Wellington and surrounding communities.