Certified Medical Assistant- Elkhorn Surgery Center

Certified Medical Assistant

We are seeking a reliable and detail-oriented Certified Medical Assistant to support our Pre-operative, Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) nurses and surgical team in the Operating Room (OR). This position plays a key role in maintaining smooth clinical workflows by assisting with patient care, preparing surgical environments, and supporting the nursing and surgical staff before, during, and after procedures.

Key Responsibilities :

• Assist with pre-operative preparation, testing, and documentation.
• Support OR teams by preparing rooms, gathering necessary instruments and supplies, and ensuring surgical areas are clean and stocked.
• Transport patients safely to and from pre-op, OR, and PACU.
• Assist PACU nurses with patient monitoring, comfort, and post-operative care.
• Provide clerical support such as documenting patient vitals, updating charts, and assisting with supply ordering.
• Monitor inventory of medical supplies and assist in restocking as needed.
• Clean and disinfect non-sterile equipment and work areas according to infection control standards.
• Serve as a communication liaison between nursing staff, surgeons, and other departments as directed.
• Assist with dressing changes, positioning patients, and other delegated clinical tasks within scope of certification.
• Provide patient-centered care in a professional and empathetic manner.
• Must be able to lift / carry 50lbs.
• Assist SPD with routine cleaning and sterilization of instruments and supplies.
• Oversee and ensure equipment safety compliance
• Conduct and uphold routine equipment safety inspections

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