GENERAL OVERVIEW:
The Cross Functional Associate is responsible for providing support to the operating rooms and/or sterile processing by performing a variety of tasks. This role contributes to the efficient flow of operations by assisting with instrument processing, room turnover, supply management, and other essential functions, all while adhering to safety protocols and regulatory guidelines.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
Maintains cleanliness and sanitation in the Operating Room (OR) and Sterile Processing Department (SPD) by assisting with room turnover, waste disposal, daily and terminal cleaning procedures, and general organization, adhering to established protocols. (20%)
Completes assigned tasks in SPD under direct supervision. (20%)
Anticipates equipment needs based on scheduled cases and transports equipment to and from the OR as needed. (10%)
Maintains adequate supply levels by restocking designated areas, ordering department supplies, and ensuring proper room setup for upcoming cases, while also responding to patient emergencies and assisting medical staff as needed. (10%)
Under the direction of medical staff, assists with patient positioning, identification, and safe transport to and from the operating room, including assisting with transfers and providing post-mortem care and transport to the morgue. (10%)
Follows all safety protocols and uses personal protective equipment (PPE) as required. (10%)
Transports specimens to the lab. Follows appropriate patient identification protocols. (10%)
Obtains and returns blood and blood products from Blood Bank following established procedures. (10%)
Other duties as assigned or requested.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Minimum
High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
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CPR – American Heart Association required within 60 days of hire
Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
Skills:
Strong work ethic and willingness to learn.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize tasks.
Adaptability and willingness to perform a variety of tasks.
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Disclaimer: The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job.
Compliance Requirement: This job adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies.
As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company’s Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy.
Furthermore, it is every employee’s responsibility to comply with the company’s Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements.
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Skills Required
- High school diploma or GED
- 1-3 months related experience or training
- CPR - American Heart Association
- Act 34 Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
- Act 33 Child Abuse Clearance Certificate
- Act 73 FBI Fingerprinting Criminal Background Clearance Certificate
Highmark Health Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Highmark Health and has not been reviewed or approved by Highmark Health.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage are emphasized alongside 100% coverage for preventive exams, with onsite pharmacy access and fitness center availability at major campuses.
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Retirement Support — An employer‑sponsored 401(k) with a company match is highlighted, with AHN materials illustrating a 100% match on the first 4% plus an additional 1% employer contribution as an example within the enterprise.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellness programs include stress‑management classes, health coaching, incentives for healthy activities, team‑member discounts, and volunteer incentives, with paid volunteer time also noted in the overall package.
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What We Do
Highmark Health, a Pittsburgh, PA based enterprise that employs more than 40,000 people who serve millions of Americans across the country, is the second largest integrated health care delivery and financing network in the nation based on revenue. Highmark Health is the parent company of Highmark Inc., Allegheny Health Network, and HM Health Solutions. Highmark Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates provide health insurance to nearly 5 million members in Pennsylvania, West Virginia and Delaware as well as dental insurance, vision care and related health products through a national network of diversified businesses that include United Concordia Companies, HM Insurance Group, and Visionworks. Allegheny Health Network is the parent company of an integrated delivery network that includes eight hospitals, more than 2,800 affiliated physicians, ambulatory surgery centers, an employed physician organization, home and community-based health services, a research institute, a group purchasing organization, and health and wellness pavilions in western Pennsylvania. HM Health Solutions focuses on meeting the information technology platform and other business needs of the Highmark Health enterprise as well as unaffiliated health insurance plans by providing proven business processes, expert knowledge and integrated cloud-based platforms. A national blended health organization, Highmark Health and our leading businesses support millions of customers with products, services and solutions closely aligned to our mission of creating remarkable health experiences, freeing people to be their best. Headquartered in Pittsburgh, we're regionally focused in Pennsylvania, Delaware, West Virginia and New York, with customers in all 50 states and the District of Columbia. We passionately serve individual consumers and fellow businesses alike. Our companies cover a diversified spectrum of essential health-related needs, including health insurance, health care delivery, population health management, dental solutions, reinsurance solutions, and innovative technology solutions. We’re also proud to carry forth an important legacy of compassionate care and philanthropy that began more than 170 years ago. This tradition of giving back, reinvesting and ensuring that our communities remain strong and healthy is deeply embedded in our culture, informing our decisions every day.
