Overview

Join our surgical team as a Unit Assist and play a crucial role in supporting the smooth operation of our surgical unit. Are you detail-oriented, organized, and dedicated to providing exceptional patient care? This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to our mission of delivering high-quality healthcare services. As a Unit Assist in Surgery, you'll work closely with surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure that surgical procedures run efficiently and patients receive the care they need. While previous experience in a healthcare setting is preferred, it is not required. We're looking for individuals who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of patients and are eager to learn and grow in a dynamic surgical environment. If you're ready to be part of a collaborative team and play a vital role in the operating room, we invite you to apply and join us in providing excellent surgical care to our patients.

Pay & Benefits:

• Compensation: $20 hourly wage
• Additional Pay: Annual Increases, Paid Time Off
• Benefits: medical, vision, dental, 401k with employer match
• Education Benefits: FHP Tuition Assistance, Student Loan Forgiveness
• Other Benefits: Onsite Gym, Wellness Programs, Discount programs, The Learning Center (childcare services)
• Schedule:Full-time, days, 40 Hours per week

This position is responsible for collection, inventory, cleaning and distribution of medical supplies and patient care equipment for the unit. This position is also responsible for miscellaneous tasks such as transporting patients and supplies, and may include transporting health records, lab specimens and equipment to other areas. This position may provide basic, hands-on, patient care as requested by supervisor.

About Fairbanks Memorial HospitalFairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non-profit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. A Joint Commission-accredited facility with 152 licensed beds, Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is the primary referral center for residents of Alaska's interior with a strong patient-to-nurse ratio and Shared Leadership Infrastructure. In addition to our exceptional clinical environment, our location offers incomparable lifestyle rewards away from work. In Fairbanks, small-town living, spectacular natural beauty and endless recreation combine to create a one-of-a-kind place to live, work and play.

Responsibilities

Performs all functions according to established policies, procedures, regulatory and accreditation requirements, as well as applicable professional standards. Provides all customers of Foundation Health with an excellent service experience by consistently demonstrating our core and leader behaviors each and every day.

Qualifications

BLS certification required.

Requires the ability to work independently and as part of a team without continuous supervision. Must be able to interpret and respond to verbal and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively with others by phone and verbally. Must be able to read and understand material safety data sheets and instructions for mixing and use of cleaning chemicals, and able to fill out chemical identification stickers.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge of patient related supplies, materials, equipment, and aseptic techniques are preferred. Working knowledge of medical terminology and previous experience in a healthcare acute setting is preferred.

Additional related education and/or experience preferred.

Foundation Health Partners is an EEO/AAP employer; qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.