30 Healthcare Professionals jobs in Beacon
Healthcare Representative
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This position is Onsite. Our office is located at Columbia Memorial Hospital, 71 Prospect Ave, Hudson, NY 12534
Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
This position is full-time (40 hours/week) Monday - Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime.
We offer 4 - 6 weeks of training. The hours during training will be 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Interview patients in a hospital setting and work effectively with hospital personnel to assist patients with obtaining maximum benefit coverage
- Complete applications for state and federal programs
- Review medical records and take all necessary actions to expedite benefit approval
- Adhere to company and legal standards regarding Protected Health Information (PHI), Personal Identifiable Information (PII) and Personnel
- Transaction Identifier (PTI)
- Maintain ongoing communication with government agencies regarding the status of claims
- Provide updates and assistance to hospital personnel and other Optum staff as needed
- Maintain documentation of status of claims and client contract on Optum and/or hospital computer systems
- Determine when to use a Federal, State or Local program application based upon medical definition of disability as it relates to body systems and to functions of daily living, and information contained in medical records.
- Willing to work in a fast-paced hospital or healthcare environment
You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- High School Diploma / GED OR equivalent experience
- Must be 18 years of age OR older
- 1+ years of Customer Service experience
- Experience with Microsoft Office products
- Experience working in a group or office space setting
- Ability to work on site at Columbia Memorial Hospital, 71 Prospect Ave, Hudson, NY 12534
- Ability to travel up to 10% to local healthcare facilities
- Ability to work Monday - Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Knowledge of federal and state programs that will benefit coverage for clients
- 1+ years of Customer Service experience within a hospital or healthcare environment
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Experience communicating with patients & staff with various educational & socio-economic backgrounds
- Bilingual fluency in English and Spanish
- EPIC experience
Soft Skills:
- Excellent organizational skills
- Strong communication skills
Physical and Work Environment:
- General office demands
- Prolonged periods of standing and walking in hospital facilities
- Adherence to facility masking requirements at all time
Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The hourly pay for this role will range from $17.74 - $31.63 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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Healthcare - Operating Room Specialist
Posted 7 days ago
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***THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ENLISTMENT IN THE U.S. ARMY OR ARMY RESERVE***
As an Operating Room Specialist in the U.S. Army or Army Reserve, you will be responsible for assisting the nursing staff in preparing the patient and operating room environment. You will provide assistance to the medical staff during surgical procedures. You will also operate the centralized material service and are responsible for preparing and maintaining sterile medical supplies and special equipment for medical treatment facilities.
Job Duties
- Provide assistance to the medical staff during surgical procedures to include the creation and maintenance of sterile fields for surgical procedures
- Assist in preparing patients and operating room environment for surgery
- Perform various preoperative and postoperative procedures as directed. This does not include the manipulation of tissue (e.g., cutting, suturing, cannulating, grafting, sawing or drilling)
- Responsible for the sterilization process, which includes inspecting, cleaning, assembling, warping and sterilizing equipment
Experience
Because the U.S. Army provides training for all of our military occupational specialties, no specific experience in the medical field is necessary.
Candidates with a current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) may be exempt from some training requirements.
Training
Job training to become an operating room specialist consists of 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 19 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, which includes on-the-job instruction. Some of the skills youll learn are:
- Emergency medical treatment
- Basic nursing care
- Knowledge of the human body
- Minor surgical procedures
- Clinical laboratory procedures
- Methods for diagnosing diseases
Compensation
- Paid training
- Monthly salary (based off pay grade and time in service)
- Housing and meal allowance for full-time Soldiers
- 30 days of paid vacation each year, in addition to federal holidays for full-time Soldiers
- 401(K) type savings plan
- Full-coverage medical and dental insurance for Soldiers and immediate family members
- Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 coverage)
- Education Benefits (GI Bill) - tuition, housing, and book fees for 36 academic months of college
- Tuition Assistance - up to $500 per year
- Student Loan Repayment - up to 65,000 in college loan repayment for certain enlistment options
- Signing bonus - up to 40,000 in cash bonuses for completing training in selected Military Occupational Specialties
Location
Part-time opportunities in the U.S. Army Reserve are available at Fort Snelling, Minnesota and many other locations nation-wide.
Full-time opportunities on Active Duty in the Regular Army are available at U.S. Army Installations across the country and around the world.
Requirements
- Under 35 years old
- US Citizen or Permanent Resident (I-551 Green Card holder)
- High School Diploma or GED
- No major medical or mental health issues
- No major law violations (felony convictions)
Required qualifications:
- 17 years or older
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
Preferred qualifications:
- Background check
Healthcare - Practical Nursing Specialist
Posted 7 days ago
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***THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ENLISTMENT IN THE U.S. ARMY OR ARMY RESERVE***
As a Practical Nursing Specialist in the U.S. Army or Army Reserve, you will be responsible for supervising or performing preventative, therapeutic, and emergency nursing care procedures under the supervision of a physician, nurse, or non-commissioned officer.
Job Duties
- Perform emergency nursing care
- Assist in patient care
- Change and dress wounds
Experience
Because the U.S. Army provides training for all of our military occupational specialties, no specific experience in the medical field is necessary.
Candidates who have successfully completed a state approved course in practical or vocational nursing and have successfully passed the National Council of State Boards of Nursing Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN) and possess current unrestricted state (or United States Territory) license as practical or vocational nurse may be exempt from some training requirements.
Training
Job training to become a practical nursing specialist consists of 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 52 weeks of Advanced Individual Training at Fort Sam Houston, Texas. Some of the skills youll learn are:
- Patient care
- Working on a medical team
- Emergency care
Compensation
- Paid training
- Monthly salary (based off pay grade and time in service)
- Housing and meal allowance for full-time Soldiers
- 30 days of paid vacation each year, in addition to federal holidays for full-time Soldiers
- 401(K) type savings plan
- Full-coverage medical and dental insurance for Soldiers and immediate family members
- Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 coverage)
- Education Benefits (GI Bill) - tuition, housing, and book fees for 36 academic months of college
- Tuition Assistance - up to $500 per year
- Student Loan Repayment - up to 65,000 in college loan repayment for certain enlistment options
- Signing bonus - up to 40,000 in cash bonuses for completing training in selected Military Occupational Specialties
Location
Part-time opportunities in the U.S. Army Reserve are available at Fort Snelling, Minnesota and many other locations nation-wide.
Full-time opportunities on Active Duty in the Regular Army are available at U.S. Army Installations across the country and around the world.
Requirements
- Under 35 years old
- US Citizen or Permanent Resident (I-551 Green Card holder)
- High School Diploma or GED
- No major medical or mental health issues
- No major law violations (felony convictions)
Required qualifications:
- 17 years or older
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
- Background check
Healthcare - Operating Room Specialist
Posted 7 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
***THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ENLISTMENT IN THE U.S. ARMY OR ARMY RESERVE***
As an Operating Room Specialist in the U.S. Army or Army Reserve, you will be responsible for assisting the nursing staff in preparing the patient and operating room environment. You will provide assistance to the medical staff during surgical procedures. You will also operate the centralized material service and are responsible for preparing and maintaining sterile medical supplies and special equipment for medical treatment facilities.
Job Duties
- Provide assistance to the medical staff during surgical procedures to include the creation and maintenance of sterile fields for surgical procedures
- Assist in preparing patients and operating room environment for surgery
- Perform various preoperative and postoperative procedures as directed. This does not include the manipulation of tissue (e.g., cutting, suturing, cannulating, grafting, sawing or drilling)
- Responsible for the sterilization process, which includes inspecting, cleaning, assembling, warping and sterilizing equipment
Experience
Because the U.S. Army provides training for all of our military occupational specialties, no specific experience in the medical field is necessary.
Candidates with a current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) may be exempt from some training requirements.
Training
Job training to become an operating room specialist consists of 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 19 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, which includes on-the-job instruction. Some of the skills youll learn are:
- Emergency medical treatment
- Basic nursing care
- Knowledge of the human body
- Minor surgical procedures
- Clinical laboratory procedures
- Methods for diagnosing diseases
Compensation
- Paid training
- Monthly salary (based off pay grade and time in service)
- Housing and meal allowance for full-time Soldiers
- 30 days of paid vacation each year, in addition to federal holidays for full-time Soldiers
- 401(K) type savings plan
- Full-coverage medical and dental insurance for Soldiers and immediate family members
- Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 coverage)
- Education Benefits (GI Bill) - tuition, housing, and book fees for 36 academic months of college
- Tuition Assistance - up to $500 per year
- Student Loan Repayment - up to 65,000 in college loan repayment for certain enlistment options
- Signing bonus - up to 40,000 in cash bonuses for completing training in selected Military Occupational Specialties
Location
Part-time opportunities in the U.S. Army Reserve are available at Fort Snelling, Minnesota and many other locations nation-wide.
Full-time opportunities on Active Duty in the Regular Army are available at U.S. Army Installations across the country and around the world.
Requirements
- Under 35 years old
- US Citizen or Permanent Resident (I-551 Green Card holder)
- High School Diploma or GED
- No major medical or mental health issues
- No major law violations (felony convictions)
Required qualifications:
- 17 years or older
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
Preferred qualifications:
- Background check
Healthcare - Operating Room Specialist
Posted 7 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
***THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ENLISTMENT IN THE U.S. ARMY OR ARMY RESERVE***
As an Operating Room Specialist in the U.S. Army or Army Reserve, you will be responsible for assisting the nursing staff in preparing the patient and operating room environment. You will provide assistance to the medical staff during surgical procedures. You will also operate the centralized material service and are responsible for preparing and maintaining sterile medical supplies and special equipment for medical treatment facilities.
Job Duties
- Provide assistance to the medical staff during surgical procedures to include the creation and maintenance of sterile fields for surgical procedures
- Assist in preparing patients and operating room environment for surgery
- Perform various preoperative and postoperative procedures as directed. This does not include the manipulation of tissue (e.g., cutting, suturing, cannulating, grafting, sawing or drilling)
- Responsible for the sterilization process, which includes inspecting, cleaning, assembling, warping and sterilizing equipment
Experience
Because the U.S. Army provides training for all of our military occupational specialties, no specific experience in the medical field is necessary.
Candidates with a current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) may be exempt from some training requirements.
Training
Job training to become an operating room specialist consists of 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 19 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, which includes on-the-job instruction. Some of the skills youll learn are:
- Emergency medical treatment
- Basic nursing care
- Knowledge of the human body
- Minor surgical procedures
- Clinical laboratory procedures
- Methods for diagnosing diseases
Compensation
- Paid training
- Monthly salary (based off pay grade and time in service)
- Housing and meal allowance for full-time Soldiers
- 30 days of paid vacation each year, in addition to federal holidays for full-time Soldiers
- 401(K) type savings plan
- Full-coverage medical and dental insurance for Soldiers and immediate family members
- Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 coverage)
- Education Benefits (GI Bill) - tuition, housing, and book fees for 36 academic months of college
- Tuition Assistance - up to $500 per year
- Student Loan Repayment - up to 65,000 in college loan repayment for certain enlistment options
- Signing bonus - up to 40,000 in cash bonuses for completing training in selected Military Occupational Specialties
Location
Part-time opportunities in the U.S. Army Reserve are available at Fort Snelling, Minnesota and many other locations nation-wide.
Full-time opportunities on Active Duty in the Regular Army are available at U.S. Army Installations across the country and around the world.
Requirements
- Under 35 years old
- US Citizen or Permanent Resident (I-551 Green Card holder)
- High School Diploma or GED
- No major medical or mental health issues
- No major law violations (felony convictions)
Required qualifications:
- 17 years or older
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
Preferred qualifications:
- Background check
Healthcare - Practical Nursing Specialist
Posted 7 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
***THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ENLISTMENT IN THE U.S. ARMY OR ARMY RESERVE***
As a Practical Nursing Specialist in the U.S. Army or Army Reserve, you will be responsible for supervising or performing preventative, therapeutic, and emergency nursing care procedures under the supervision of a physician, nurse, or non-commissioned officer.
Job Duties
- Perform emergency nursing care
- Assist in patient care
- Change and dress wounds
Experience
Because the U.S. Army provides training for all of our military occupational specialties, no specific experience in the medical field is necessary.
Candidates who have successfully completed a state approved course in practical or vocational nursing and have successfully passed the National Council of State Boards of Nursing Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN) and possess current unrestricted state (or United States Territory) license as practical or vocational nurse may be exempt from some training requirements.
Training
Job training to become a practical nursing specialist consists of 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 52 weeks of Advanced Individual Training at Fort Sam Houston, Texas. Some of the skills youll learn are:
- Patient care
- Working on a medical team
- Emergency care
Compensation
- Paid training
- Monthly salary (based off pay grade and time in service)
- Housing and meal allowance for full-time Soldiers
- 30 days of paid vacation each year, in addition to federal holidays for full-time Soldiers
- 401(K) type savings plan
- Full-coverage medical and dental insurance for Soldiers and immediate family members
- Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 coverage)
- Education Benefits (GI Bill) - tuition, housing, and book fees for 36 academic months of college
- Tuition Assistance - up to $500 per year
- Student Loan Repayment - up to 65,000 in college loan repayment for certain enlistment options
- Signing bonus - up to 40,000 in cash bonuses for completing training in selected Military Occupational Specialties
Location
Part-time opportunities in the U.S. Army Reserve are available at Fort Snelling, Minnesota and many other locations nation-wide.
Full-time opportunities on Active Duty in the Regular Army are available at U.S. Army Installations across the country and around the world.
Requirements
- Under 35 years old
- US Citizen or Permanent Resident (I-551 Green Card holder)
- High School Diploma or GED
- No major medical or mental health issues
- No major law violations (felony convictions)
Required qualifications:
- 17 years or older
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
- Background check
Healthcare - Practical Nursing Specialist
Posted 7 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
***THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ENLISTMENT IN THE U.S. ARMY OR ARMY RESERVE***
As a Practical Nursing Specialist in the U.S. Army or Army Reserve, you will be responsible for supervising or performing preventative, therapeutic, and emergency nursing care procedures under the supervision of a physician, nurse, or non-commissioned officer.
Job Duties
- Perform emergency nursing care
- Assist in patient care
- Change and dress wounds
Experience
Because the U.S. Army provides training for all of our military occupational specialties, no specific experience in the medical field is necessary.
Candidates who have successfully completed a state approved course in practical or vocational nursing and have successfully passed the National Council of State Boards of Nursing Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN) and possess current unrestricted state (or United States Territory) license as practical or vocational nurse may be exempt from some training requirements.
Training
Job training to become a practical nursing specialist consists of 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 52 weeks of Advanced Individual Training at Fort Sam Houston, Texas. Some of the skills youll learn are:
- Patient care
- Working on a medical team
- Emergency care
Compensation
- Paid training
- Monthly salary (based off pay grade and time in service)
- Housing and meal allowance for full-time Soldiers
- 30 days of paid vacation each year, in addition to federal holidays for full-time Soldiers
- 401(K) type savings plan
- Full-coverage medical and dental insurance for Soldiers and immediate family members
- Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 coverage)
- Education Benefits (GI Bill) - tuition, housing, and book fees for 36 academic months of college
- Tuition Assistance - up to $500 per year
- Student Loan Repayment - up to 65,000 in college loan repayment for certain enlistment options
- Signing bonus - up to 40,000 in cash bonuses for completing training in selected Military Occupational Specialties
Location
Part-time opportunities in the U.S. Army Reserve are available at Fort Snelling, Minnesota and many other locations nation-wide.
Full-time opportunities on Active Duty in the Regular Army are available at U.S. Army Installations across the country and around the world.
Requirements
- Under 35 years old
- US Citizen or Permanent Resident (I-551 Green Card holder)
- High School Diploma or GED
- No major medical or mental health issues
- No major law violations (felony convictions)
Required qualifications:
- 17 years or older
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
- Background check
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Healthcare - Practical Nursing Specialist
Posted 7 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
***THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ENLISTMENT IN THE U.S. ARMY OR ARMY RESERVE***
As a Practical Nursing Specialist in the U.S. Army or Army Reserve, you will be responsible for supervising or performing preventative, therapeutic, and emergency nursing care procedures under the supervision of a physician, nurse, or non-commissioned officer.
Job Duties
- Perform emergency nursing care
- Assist in patient care
- Change and dress wounds
Experience
Because the U.S. Army provides training for all of our military occupational specialties, no specific experience in the medical field is necessary.
Candidates who have successfully completed a state approved course in practical or vocational nursing and have successfully passed the National Council of State Boards of Nursing Licensure Examination (NCLEX-PN) and possess current unrestricted state (or United States Territory) license as practical or vocational nurse may be exempt from some training requirements.
Training
Job training to become a practical nursing specialist consists of 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 52 weeks of Advanced Individual Training at Fort Sam Houston, Texas. Some of the skills youll learn are:
- Patient care
- Working on a medical team
- Emergency care
Compensation
- Paid training
- Monthly salary (based off pay grade and time in service)
- Housing and meal allowance for full-time Soldiers
- 30 days of paid vacation each year, in addition to federal holidays for full-time Soldiers
- 401(K) type savings plan
- Full-coverage medical and dental insurance for Soldiers and immediate family members
- Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 coverage)
- Education Benefits (GI Bill) - tuition, housing, and book fees for 36 academic months of college
- Tuition Assistance - up to $500 per year
- Student Loan Repayment - up to 65,000 in college loan repayment for certain enlistment options
- Signing bonus - up to 40,000 in cash bonuses for completing training in selected Military Occupational Specialties
Location
Part-time opportunities in the U.S. Army Reserve are available at Fort Snelling, Minnesota and many other locations nation-wide.
Full-time opportunities on Active Duty in the Regular Army are available at U.S. Army Installations across the country and around the world.
Requirements
- Under 35 years old
- US Citizen or Permanent Resident (I-551 Green Card holder)
- High School Diploma or GED
- No major medical or mental health issues
- No major law violations (felony convictions)
Required qualifications:
- 17 years or older
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
- Background check
Healthcare - Operating Room Specialist
Posted 7 days ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
***THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ENLISTMENT IN THE U.S. ARMY OR ARMY RESERVE***
As an Operating Room Specialist in the U.S. Army or Army Reserve, you will be responsible for assisting the nursing staff in preparing the patient and operating room environment. You will provide assistance to the medical staff during surgical procedures. You will also operate the centralized material service and are responsible for preparing and maintaining sterile medical supplies and special equipment for medical treatment facilities.
Job Duties
- Provide assistance to the medical staff during surgical procedures to include the creation and maintenance of sterile fields for surgical procedures
- Assist in preparing patients and operating room environment for surgery
- Perform various preoperative and postoperative procedures as directed. This does not include the manipulation of tissue (e.g., cutting, suturing, cannulating, grafting, sawing or drilling)
- Responsible for the sterilization process, which includes inspecting, cleaning, assembling, warping and sterilizing equipment
Experience
Because the U.S. Army provides training for all of our military occupational specialties, no specific experience in the medical field is necessary.
Candidates with a current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) may be exempt from some training requirements.
Training
Job training to become an operating room specialist consists of 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 19 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, which includes on-the-job instruction. Some of the skills youll learn are:
- Emergency medical treatment
- Basic nursing care
- Knowledge of the human body
- Minor surgical procedures
- Clinical laboratory procedures
- Methods for diagnosing diseases
Compensation
- Paid training
- Monthly salary (based off pay grade and time in service)
- Housing and meal allowance for full-time Soldiers
- 30 days of paid vacation each year, in addition to federal holidays for full-time Soldiers
- 401(K) type savings plan
- Full-coverage medical and dental insurance for Soldiers and immediate family members
- Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 coverage)
- Education Benefits (GI Bill) - tuition, housing, and book fees for 36 academic months of college
- Tuition Assistance - up to $500 per year
- Student Loan Repayment - up to 65,000 in college loan repayment for certain enlistment options
- Signing bonus - up to 40,000 in cash bonuses for completing training in selected Military Occupational Specialties
Location
Part-time opportunities in the U.S. Army Reserve are available at Fort Snelling, Minnesota and many other locations nation-wide.
Full-time opportunities on Active Duty in the Regular Army are available at U.S. Army Installations across the country and around the world.
Requirements
- Under 35 years old
- US Citizen or Permanent Resident (I-551 Green Card holder)
- High School Diploma or GED
- No major medical or mental health issues
- No major law violations (felony convictions)
Required qualifications:
- 17 years or older
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
Preferred qualifications:
- Background check
Healthcare - Operating Room Specialist
Posted 1 day ago
Job Viewed
Job Description
***THIS POSITION REQUIRES AN ENLISTMENT IN THE U.S. ARMY OR ARMY RESERVE***
As an Operating Room Specialist in the U.S. Army or Army Reserve, you will be responsible for assisting the nursing staff in preparing the patient and operating room environment. You will provide assistance to the medical staff during surgical procedures. You will also operate the centralized material service and are responsible for preparing and maintaining sterile medical supplies and special equipment for medical treatment facilities.
Job Duties
- Provide assistance to the medical staff during surgical procedures to include the creation and maintenance of sterile fields for surgical procedures
- Assist in preparing patients and operating room environment for surgery
- Perform various preoperative and postoperative procedures as directed. This does not include the manipulation of tissue (e.g., cutting, suturing, cannulating, grafting, sawing or drilling)
- Responsible for the sterilization process, which includes inspecting, cleaning, assembling, warping and sterilizing equipment
Experience
Because the U.S. Army provides training for all of our military occupational specialties, no specific experience in the medical field is necessary.
Candidates with a current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) may be exempt from some training requirements.
Training
Job training to become an operating room specialist consists of 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 19 weeks of Advanced Individual Training, which includes on-the-job instruction. Some of the skills youll learn are:
- Emergency medical treatment
- Basic nursing care
- Knowledge of the human body
- Minor surgical procedures
- Clinical laboratory procedures
- Methods for diagnosing diseases
Compensation
- Paid training
- Monthly salary (based off pay grade and time in service)
- Housing and meal allowance for full-time Soldiers
- 30 days of paid vacation each year, in addition to federal holidays for full-time Soldiers
- 401(K) type savings plan
- Full-coverage medical and dental insurance for Soldiers and immediate family members
- Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 coverage)
- Education Benefits (GI Bill) - tuition, housing, and book fees for 36 academic months of college
- Tuition Assistance - up to $500 per year
- Student Loan Repayment - up to 65,000 in college loan repayment for certain enlistment options
- Signing bonus - up to 40,000 in cash bonuses for completing training in selected Military Occupational Specialties
Location
Part-time opportunities in the U.S. Army Reserve are available at Fort Snelling, Minnesota and many other locations nation-wide.
Full-time opportunities on Active Duty in the Regular Army are available at U.S. Army Installations across the country and around the world.
Requirements
- Under 35 years old
- US Citizen or Permanent Resident (I-551 Green Card holder)
- High School Diploma or GED
- No major medical or mental health issues
- No major law violations (felony convictions)
Required qualifications:
- 17 years or older
- Legally authorized to work in the United States
Preferred qualifications:
- Background check