Job Description

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Day Shift

Surgical Aide – Same Day Surgery

What You Will Do:

• Provide safe, quality patient care and support under the supervision of a registered nurse or designated healthcare professional
• Function in an entry-level, unlicensed assistive role, supporting nurses and the surgical team throughout the patient experience
• Assist with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) as delegated by nursing staff
• Participate in continuous safety monitoring, rounding, and patient observation
• Support patient flow and unit operations, including answering call lights, patient greeting and encouragement, and transport
• Assist with room turnover, stocking and retrieving supplies and equipment
• Help mobilize and reposition patients to promote comfort and safety
• Support discharge preparation and coordination
• Demonstrate compassion, patience, and teamwork as an essential member of the Same Day Surgery care team

Schedule:

• Monday – Friday
• 8 hour shifts
• Start and end times depend on department’s scheduled procedures
  • Start times between 6 am and 8 am
  • End times between 4:30 pm and 5:30 pm
  • Later starts on Thursdays
• No call
• No weekends

Minimum Qualifications:

• Currently enrolled in high school, in process of completing a GED, or has obtained high school diploma or GED
• Meets requirements for applicable state(s) of engagement.
• Valid driver’s license where required by assignment.
• Previous medical experience preferred

Position Highlights and Benefits

• We care about your well-being—both physical and mental—with a comprehensive benefits package
• Effective Day 1 benefits for positions 16 hours per week or greater, including medical, dental, vision, and more
• Wellness programs to support your overall health
• Education assistance and tuition reimbursement
• Competitive wages, including weekend and night shift differentials
• Generous paid time off program
• Long- and short-term leave options
• Retirement savings program with employer match starting Day 1
• Retirement planning resources
• Life insurance coverage

Ministry/Facility Information:

MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center provides expert health care to 15 counties.

MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center is a 342 bed, regional referral teaching hospital in Mason City, Iowa. MercyOne New Hampton Medical Center is an 11 bed, rural access hospital in New Hampton, Iowa. Our service area spans 15 counties across northern Iowa and southern Minnesota. We serve a population over 260,000.

With more than 3,000 colleagues and a medical staff of almost 500 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center is the largest employer in the region.

MercyOne Medical Group – North Iowa is part of Iowa’s largest multispecialty clinic systems. In north Iowa, our clinics are made up of more than 25 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.