Operating Room Attendant

LCMC Health • New Orleans, LA

2d

About The Position

The Operating Room Attendant performs environmental, equipment and supply maintenance services for operating rooms. Assists in transportation of patients to and from the ORs and other duties as specified by the leadership. This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this department. This is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities, and LCMC Health reserves the right to amend and change responsibilities to meet organizational needs as necessary.

Requirements

• High School Diploma/GED or equivalent ; 2 years of experience in lieu of diploma
• Must be able to read chemical labels and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively and to perform simple mathematical calculations with a reasonable degree of accuracy.
• Worker receives on-the-job training under close supervision and requires a minimum of training to become proficient.
• Personable manner and polite communication skills essential.
• Demonstrated a high level of mental and emotional tolerance and even temperament when dealing with physicians, families, visitors, peers and other departments.
• High visible acuity is imperative.
• Basic Life Support Health Care Provider (CPR, BLS) - American Heart Association

Responsibilities

• Reports any nonfunctional or broken equipment to the management.
• Ensures all movable equipment is safely stored, supplies are removed form hallways and stored in respective spaces.
• Assists in maintaining adequate inventory levels.
• Accurately identifies specific patients prior to transport to surgery by.
• Uses appropriate cleaning solutions for equipment.
• Cleans and remakes equipment after each use.
• Assists the operative team in the operating room with turnover between cases.
• Interacts with patients, families, visitors, fellow employees to ensure a professional and courteous environment.
• Attends all required safety training programs and can describe responsibilities related to general safety, department or service safety, and specific job-related hazards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED