Periopertive Support Associate II

Position Summary

Participates as a member of the perioperative nursing team and is able to perform duties of PSA I.

• Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the PSA II can assist in preparing the O.R. for surgical procedures by opening sterile supplies, identifying minor equipment problems and setting up rooms per procedure preference cards.
• Works closely with co-workers to ensure availability of needed equipment, O.R. beds, and stretchers.
• Assists with positioning of patients for procedures and holding extremities during the operative prep.
• Maintains unit records and supplies.
• Scrubs into a surgical procedure to hold a limb, camera, or retractor placed by the surgeon.
• Suctions at the surgical site and cuts suture ends at skin closure under the direction of the surgeon.
• Assists the circulating nurse under direct supervision.
• Hooks up and troubleshoots video equipment.
• Transports and delivers items, equipment, and medications throughout the facility.
• Maintains reasonable punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Must successfully complete first available PSA II training course (written and skill testing) and demonstrate completion of 30 hours of competent surgical case participation.
• Maintains current BLS/Health Care certification.
• Three (3) months experience as PSA I or Clinical Technician; or currently enrolled in or completed a Nursing, Surgical Tech or Medical Program.

• Onsite state-of-the-art gym and wellness center.
• Competitive pay with evening, nights, and weekend shift differentials offered for qualifying positions.
• All inclusive benefits (start day one) – student loan repayment, tuition reimbursement, free college education programs, retirement savings, paid paternity leave, fertility benefits, backup elder and childcare, pet insurance, PTO/Holidays, and more for full time and part time employees.
• Recognized as a Best-In-State Employer by Forbes 2024.
• Selected as a “Best Places to Work in Healthcare” by Modern Healthcare.