Operating Room Assistant (Per Diem)

Cape Cod Healthcare•Falmouth, MA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Operating Room Assistant (Per Diem) plays a crucial role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of the operating room. This position requires a thorough understanding of OR equipment, strict adherence to safety and infection control protocols, and the ability to work effectively as part of a surgical team. Responsibilities include managing and maintaining OR equipment, preparing rooms for procedures, assisting with patient care and transfers, and ensuring all areas are clean, organized, and stocked.

Requirements

Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
One year of hospital experience.
Able to function independently in a high-stress, fast-paced, critical care area.
Must be able to assist with lifting patients, moving equipment, and disposing of trash and linens.

Nice To Haves

Comprehensive knowledge of aseptic technique and principles preferred.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate a working knowledge of all OR beds, tables, and attachments.
Ensure proper working conditions of equipment prior to patient care, securely tightening and/or locking beds, attachments, and headpieces before patient care and transfers.
Deliver and return appropriate equipment to each operating room, including stirrups, suction machines, towers, step stools, and positioning aides.
Assist in the care, handling, and transport of delicate and sophisticated equipment such as microscopes and specialty equipment.
Clean all equipment and cords before returning them to designated locations.
Change linens on patient beds and stretchers to prepare them for patient transfer.
Verify that all oxygen tanks are full and on the stretcher at the time of transfer.
Maintain patient safety by ensuring beds and stretchers remain locked during patient transfer and that bed rails are always up.
Adhere to safety blood/body fluid policies and procedures.
Demonstrate a working knowledge of Infection Prevention Standards and cleaning procedures for patient and staff safety.
Wear appropriate personal protective attire for the task being performed.
Assist with room cleaning and turnover as assigned or directed.
Demonstrate and adhere to the proper sequence and cleaning procedures between surgical cases.
Assist with patient positioning, lifting, and transfer. May assist with skin prep by elevating upper or lower extremities under the direction of the Registered Nurse.
Restock and maintain sub-sterile rooms, utility rooms, equipment rooms, and supply areas.
Demonstrate initiative to keep these areas clean, orderly, and free from trash and clutter.
Assist the RN in restocking OR room cabinets per par levels.
Work effectively with other staff as a member of the surgical team.
Demonstrate the ability to prioritize tasks according to urgency.
Exhibit the ability to multitask.
Assist in the orientation of other personnel to the department under the direction of the supervisor or Registered Nurse.
Perform other work-related duties and activities as assigned or requested by his/her supervisor.
Pick cases for add-ons and next-day surgery.
Transport specimens to the lab or pathology.
Perform room setups.