Operating Room Assistant
About The Position
Assists OR staff with patient care activities under the supervision of a RN. Maintains a strong presence in the surgical environment. Maintains supply levels in the OR rooms and sub sterile areas. Maintains equipment cleanliness and readiness. Performs transport tasks for patients, supplies, equipment and other requests and assigned tasks. Acts as a resource for needed supplies and equipment and case carts. Assists with patient positioning. Assists with room turnover and sets up room as per requirements of the next following procedure. Participates in PI activities. Applies Principles of Asepsis when in the surgical environment.
Requirements
- High school graduate or GED
- Must meet requirement of ADA.
- Must be able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds, lift and transport patients.
- Must be able to bend, stoop, push and pull.
- Walks and stands for most of the working day.
- Must be able to work under pressure and stress.
- Must be able to withstand a constantly changing environment.
- Must be able to take direction from various levels of staff.
Nice To Haves
- 1 year experience
Responsibilities
- Assists OR staff with patient care activities under the supervision of a RN.
- Maintains a strong presence in the surgical environment.
- Maintains supply levels in the OR rooms and sub sterile areas.
- Maintains equipment cleanliness and readiness.
- Performs transport tasks for patients, supplies, equipment and other requests and assigned tasks.
- Acts as a resource for needed supplies and equipment and case carts.
- Assists with patient positioning.
- Assists with room turnover and sets up room as per requirements of the next following procedure.
- Participates in PI activities.
- Applies Principles of Asepsis when in the surgical environment.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Retirement Plans
- Short & Long Term Disability
- Life & Accidental Death Insurance
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wellness Programs
- Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
- Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Hospitals
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
