Operating Room Assistant

Trinity Health•Springfield, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Come join the Surgical Services team at Mercy Medical Center, part of Trinity Health Of New England! We are a member of the nationwide Trinity Health family, bringing compassionate care to our communities. Position Purpose Performs various duties related to patient assistance, patient transportation and the cleaning of the operating rooms and general surgical area. Provides direct patient care to all ages of patients. Assists throughout the department to provide positive patient outcomes.

Requirements

General knowledge normally acquired through receipt of a High School diploma or equivalent.
Minimum one (1) year experience in a healthcare facility as an orderly or transport aide preferably in a surgical or similar environment.
Certified in CPR required or must be obtained within six (6) weeks of hire.

Responsibilities

Cleans and sanitizes all operating rooms, ancillary rooms, and offices within specified areas.
Assists OR personnel with obtaining, assembling and assuring the safety of the positioning equipment used on the operating table as needed.
When necessary, transports patients in a safe, courteous and respectful manner.
Assists OR personnel with positioning of patients on the operating table as needed.
Assists OR personnel with the set-up of operating room procedures, turnover, and terminal cleaning of rooms at the end of the day.
Performs major cleaning within the department including walls, windows, high areas, corridors, and floors as instructed.
Assists with the maintenance and adequate inventory of surgical and anesthesia supplies.
Assures patient safety through proper identification process, appropriate directions and assistance when necessary.
Models techniques and is knowledgeable regarding hospital policies, i.e., patient identification.