Perioperative Assistant, Operating Room/IPP

Boston Medical Center•Boston, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under general supervision, the Perioperative Assistant assists in the clean-up and preparation of operating rooms and associated surgical areas for surgical procedures. The role involves maintaining a safe and sanitary environment in the Operating Room by performing cleaning and disinfecting tasks, proper storage and handling of equipment, and stocking supplies according to hospital/department policies and procedures.

Requirements

Work requires a high school diploma or a state high school equivalency (GED).
Must be detailed oriented and able to read, write and understand specific instructions in English.
Effective verbal and written communication skills in order to work with various clinical personnel, resolve problems and to properly identify and label supplies for inventory purposes.
Requires observance of “Standard Precautions” by wearing protective clothing, gloves, goggles, and the observance of safe handling practices.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods in the process of operating equipment, arranging instruments trays, and equipment carts, conducting inventory of; and dispensing supplies.
Ability to push/pull carts of instruments and/or equipment.
Proficient computer skills

Nice To Haves

Additional training beyond high school preferred.
Working knowledge of basic housekeeping and cleaning procedures, particularly as it relates to the surgical area is preferred.
Multilingual skills (beyond that of English) in languages appropriate to the patient populations served by Boston Medical Center are preferred.

Responsibilities

Reports to and receives direction from Nurse Manager at the beginning of the shift.
Assists the Charge nurse or nursing managers with various resources as requested.
Demonstrates ability to organize time evidenced by completion of work assignments within shift.
Performs assigned duties to assist the nursing staff in safe, efficient delivery of patient care.
Assists in maintaining a clean, sanitary and safe environment.
Maintains effective inventory control system.