Orderly
OCLI Vision•Norwalk, CT
•$19 - $22•Onsite
About The Position
The Per Diem Orderly/Transporter plays an essential role in maintaining a safe, clean, and efficient surgery center. This position supports patient care by assisting with patient transportation, operating room turnover, environmental sanitation, inventory support, and collaboration with the surgical team. This is a per diem position with flexible scheduling based on the needs of the surgery center.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced clinical environment
- Flexible, dependable, and committed to providing outstanding patient care
Nice To Haves
- Previous hospital, ambulatory surgery center, or healthcare experience preferred
- BCLS certification preferred
- Knowledge of infection control and sterile technique preferred
Responsibilities
- Safely transport patients between pre-op, the operating room, post-op, and discharge
- Escort patients to their vehicles via wheelchair upon discharge
- Assist nurses with patient flow throughout the surgery center
- Prepare and break down operating rooms between procedures
- Assist with OR equipment setup (foot pedals, scopes, and other equipment)
- Maintain clean and sanitized patient care areas following infection control standards
- Dispose of waste properly and report maintenance or repair needs
- Stock linens and replenish supplies throughout the facility
- Support inventory and materials management
- Observe patients and promptly communicate concerns to nursing staff
- Assist with safe patient positioning using proper body mechanics
- Follow all safety, infection prevention, and sterile technique guidelines
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
