Operating Room Assistant
About The Position
We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more – in our careers and in our communities. Responsibilities And Duties: 50% Assists in providing timely and efficient room/case turnover by gathering, checking, organizing dispensing and/or processing equipment, gas cylinders, supplies and instruments; opens sterile supplies and instruments. Precepts new O. R. Assistants as needed. 50% Assists with OR readiness through patient transportation, positioning and room preparation; positions patients for procedure. Assist Nursing staff with room preparation, circulation of patients, and other duties as needed.
Requirements
- High School or GED (Required)
- Additional college level science courses of aseptic technique, human anatomy/body mechanics, surgical procedures/medical terminology.
- The ideal candidate has the mentality to perform under pressure and in high stress situations, ability to learn quickly on the job and accept feedback, strong interpersonal communication skills, and the ability to effectively manage time and range of tasks.
- The candidate must be able to work on their feet in a fast-paced environment for a minimum of 8 hours a day and lift 20 -25lbs.
- Candidate must be able to work 7-3p, 5 days a week for 3-4 months while in orientation before entering their assigned shift.
Responsibilities
- Assists in providing timely and efficient room/case turnover by gathering, checking, organizing dispensing and/or processing equipment, gas cylinders, supplies and instruments; opens sterile supplies and instruments.
- Precepts new O. R. Assistants as needed.
- Assists with OR readiness through patient transportation, positioning and room preparation; positions patients for procedure.
- Assist Nursing staff with room preparation, circulation of patients, and other duties as needed.
Benefits
- health insurance
- dental insurance
- vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
