Operating Room Assistant
About The Position
Mass General Brigham relies on a wide range of professionals, including doctors, nurses, business people, tech experts, researchers, and systems analysts to advance our mission. As a not-for-profit, we support patient care, research, teaching, and community service, striving to provide exceptional care. We believe that high-performing teams drive groundbreaking medical discoveries and invite all applicants to join us and experience what it means to be part of Mass General Brigham. Per Diem Position Job Summary Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Essential Functions Promotes a philosophy of patient/family focused care through cordial greeting and interactions with patients, families, and hospital personnel. Provides hospital/unit orientation information for guests, patients, and families. Demonstrates an awareness of hospital systems and procedures, including the location of all departments, procedure areas, and other patient services. Refers patients, families, and others to appropriate resources. Independently transports and assists in the transfer of patients. Properly identifies patients using two approved identifiers. Ensures safety and support measures during patient transfers (e.g., bedrails raised, patient covered with a blanket and kept warm). Is aware of special precautions when transferring patients requiring additional precautions.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent required
- Medical Office/Hospital/Managed Care Experience 0-1 year required
- Must be able to comprehend written directions for mixing cleaning supplies and ordering supplies.
- Must be aware of proper body mechanics when assisting in patient transfer and lifting of heavy objects.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with other health care members.
- Ability to work collaboratively with the surgical team.
- Must constantly be alert and attentive to progress of O.R. schedule to meet tight deadlines.
Nice To Haves
- Operating Room Experience 0-1 year preferred
Responsibilities
- Promotes a philosophy of patient/family focused care through cordial greeting and interactions with patients, families, and hospital personnel.
- Provides hospital/unit orientation information for guests, patients, and families.
- Demonstrates an awareness of hospital systems and procedures, including the location of all departments, procedure areas, and other patient services.
- Refers patients, families, and others to appropriate resources.
- Independently transports and assists in the transfer of patients.
- Properly identifies patients using two approved identifiers.
- Ensures safety and support measures during patient transfers (e.g., bedrails raised, patient covered with a blanket and kept warm).
- Is aware of special precautions when transferring patients requiring additional precautions.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
