Posted 3 Nov 2026 (4 days ago) · Job 43870 · Read from the employer's Workday site, last checked 7 Nov 2026, 21:48 UTC

Surgical Support Associate (Full Time - Mercy Orthopedic Hospital)

Mercy · Mercy Orthopedic Hospital Springfield

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Full time
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On-site
EducationStated
['high school', 'professional certificate']

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Requirements, each with its sentence from the posting

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  • High school diploma or equivalentrequired

    High school diploma or equivalent requiredfrom the posting

  • Basic Life Support (BLS)required

    BLS required or may obtain within 90 days of hirefrom the posting

  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)required

    Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) may be required per location of employmentfrom the posting

  • Infection preventionrequired

    Demonstrates knowledge of and practices sound infection prevention techniquesfrom the posting

  • Fall precautionsrequired

    Assesses safety needs and provides for a safe environment: ex: Fall Precautionsfrom the posting

  • Patient safetyrequired

    Follows Mercy policy and procedures related to safety, confidentiality, and patient rightsfrom the posting

  • Safe patient handlingrequired

    Safe Patient Handlingfrom the posting

  • Equipment managementrequired

    equipment and supply managementfrom the posting

Read the full posting as the employer wrote it

Find your calling at Mercy!

Under the direction of the perioperative leader, assists in the individualized care of the patient to achieve the patient’s highest level of wellness. Works cooperatively with others as part of a team; recognizes the importance of group goals. Performs designated clinical procedures and non-clinical support tasks essential to providing care to the patient.

Position Details:

Located at Mercy ORTHOPEDIC HOSPITAL

OZARK, MISSOURI

FULL TIME


Supports the surgical team by preparing and turning over operating rooms between procedures, helping ensure safe, efficient patient care and optimized surgical schedules. Assists with patient transport and positioning, equipment and supply management, data collection, and departmental operations while collaborating with the healthcare team to maintain workflow throughout the perioperative environment.

MINIMUM Requirements:

Required Education:

    • High school diploma or equivalent required.

Certifications:

    • BLS required or may obtain within 90 days of hire. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) may be required per location of employment.

Minimum Physical Requirements

    • Position requires individuals to push, pull, and/or lift 50 pounds on a regular basis
    • Position requires prolonged standing and walking each shift
    • Position requires the ability to grip, reach, bend, kneel, twist, and squat to perform duties

Safety/Risk Management:

  • Follows Mercy policy and procedures related to safety, confidentiality, and patient rights/regulations. 
  • Demonstrates knowledge of and practices sound infection prevention techniques.
  • Assesses safety needs and provides for a safe environment: ex: Fall Precautions; Restraint Management; Patient Identification; Unit/Departmental Specific Policies; Safe Patient Handling 
  • Participates in Quality Improvement activities that ensure and enhance quality of patient care. 

Technology:

  • Utilizes unit specific technology to perform daily tasks and maintain appropriate communications (ex: computer, pagers, zone phones, Rover, etc.).

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

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