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Position Purpose

Saint Alphonsus is seeking a compassionate, dedicated Patient Care Technician to join the team at the Ten Mile Surgery Center in Meridian, Idaho.

At the Ten Mile Surgery Center, Patient Care Technicians support clinical operations by performing a variety of tasks including room turnover, rooming patients, escorting patients to their vehicle post-procedure and more.

This position has the opportunity to cross train in the Operating Room, Materials and Sterile Processing. Our ideal candidate has experience in surgical services.

Position Highlights

• Schedule: This PRN/On Call position will assist with clinic coverage as needed to support heavy Ortho, ENT, and General Surgery. Monday through Thursday. Weekends, nights and holidays are not required!
• Day 1 Benefits: Full-Time and Part-Time colleagues with Saint Alphonsus are eligible for benefits from their very first day of work. PRN position is not eligible for benefits.
• Team Environment: Collaborate with a dedicated team focused on patient care and quality outcomes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in high school, in process of completing a GED, or has already obtained a high school diploma or GED.
• Must be BLS certified from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Valid Drivers License may be required.

What You Will Do

• Assist with turning over rooms between surgical cases.
• Prepare surgical supplies for scheduled cases and assist with sterilizing surgical instruments.
• Assist licensed clinical staff by performing patient care activities as assigned by the nurse.
• Participate in continuous surveillance, rounding or monitoring for safety.
• Offer compassion and patience as an essential member of the healthcare team by answering call lights, greeting patients, stocking supplies, mobilizing patients and more.

Highlights and Benefits

When Saint Alphonsus takes care of you, you can take better care of our patients. We foster personal and professional growth and offer opportunities that empower our colleagues to develop their careers. Our belief in work-life balance compliments the natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and outdoor recreation lifestyle that is unique to Idaho and Oregon. 

• We offer market-competitive pay, generous PTO, and multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one.
• Benefits for your future include retirement planning and matching, college savings plans for your family, and multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop.
• We are proud to offer Employee Assistance Programs, tuition reimbursement, and educational opportunities to help you learn and grow.

Visit https://www.saintalphonsus.org/careers/ to learn more!

Ministry/Facility Information

Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities. The health system boasts 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies, compassionate staff, and healing environments, Saint Alphonsus' goal is to improve the health and well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based. 

• Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health;
• The region’s most advanced Trauma Center (Level II);
• Commission on Cancer Accredited Program through demonstrating an uncompromising commitment to improving patient survival and quality of life.

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.