Lead OR Aide
About The Position
Work where every moment matters. Every day, almost 40,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here. We invite you to become part of Connecticut's most comprehensive healthcare network. Hartford Hospital is one of the largest and most respected teaching hospitals New England. We are a Level 1 Trauma Center that provides cutting edge treatment to its patients. This is made possible by being home to the largest robotic surgery center in the Northeast and the Center for Education, Simulation and Innovation (CESI), one of the most-advanced medical simulation training centers in the world. When hospitals cannot provide the advanced care, expertise and new treatment options their patients require, they turn to us. Job Summary The Lead Operating Room Aid functions as the point person between the OR nurse management and/or charge RN and the OR Aides. In addition, this position leads OR Aide staff on a daily basis to prioritize departmental needs and lead OR efficiencies to ensure OR Rooms are turned over timely and provides support to OR staff to ensure OR Rooms are ready for subsequent cases. This role performs in a high activity work environment with multiple priorities and shifts which necessitates flexibility in scheduling.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent experience
- 1-2 years of OR and/or EVS experience
- Must be able to read and understand oral and written instructions, and effectively communicate information in English
- Must be able to lift 20-50lbs using appropriate lifting techniques.
Responsibilities
- Assist Manager in training, educating and mentoring new hires and junior staff
- Create staffing assignments to ensure proper OR coverage for all Operating Rooms
- Facilitate staff meetings and OR huddles
- Communicate equipment needs/issues and/or changes to OR schedules or procedures
- Perform other related duties as required
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations
Education Level
High school or GED
