Operation Room Assistant (EVS) - Westbank

Ochsner Health

134d

About The Position

This job provides technical support services, assists with the delivery of patient care by functioning as a member of the surgical team, transports patients, runs errands, relays messages, and assists with patient care and room turnover. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties. This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Experience functioning calmly in a pressure situation.
• Experience working with little supervision.
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association.
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to function calmly in a pressure situation.
• Ability to move throughout department and facility.

Nice To Haves

• 6 months patient care experience.
• Operating room experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs indirect patient care duties.
• Maintains a clean, safe environment in patient care and support surgical areas.
• Performs direct patient care duties.
• Maintains required clinical knowledge, technical skills, training and credentials.
• Adapts to rapid day-to-day changes in the department/unit.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including respect for privacy and communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Accessibility accommodations for applicants
• Great Place to Work Certification™
• Recognition as a top workplace for diversity and healthcare.

What This Job Offers

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