Perioperative Patient Assistant (PPA)

Oregon Health & Science University • Portland, OR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Function as a member of the surgical team, while under the direct supervision and direction of the registered perioperative nurse. The PPA will provide assistance with cleaning and preparing operating rooms, retrieving and cleaning equipment, retrieving and stocking supplies and related items; supports the environment of the unit or service; supports patient care through assistance with prepping and opening supplies before surgery. At OHSU, the PPA promotes a culture where we imagine, inspire, engage and excel to ensure we meet every patient's needs.

Requirements

• High School diploma or equivalent AND One year work experience in any field.
• Ability to communicate well with others.
• Ability to safely lift and transfer patients, equipment, supplies.
• Must be responsible and properly trained in the transportation of bio-hazardous items within 90 days of hire.
• A PPA candidate may be required to have a valid BLS certification at time of hire as indicated on the position description.

Nice To Haves

• Completion of (or enrollment in) the Sterile Processing Course; OR Certified Nurse Assistant; OR 1 year job experience in a hospital, clinic, or medical laboratory with exposure to decontamination and cleaning processes; OR certified registered central service technician (CRCST).

Responsibilities

• Opening supplies
• Assisting in set-up, retrieving supplies
• Retrieving supplies during the case
• Immediately available outside the OR
• Getting next case cart and checking to ensure complete
• Stocking
• Assisting in set-up
• Retrieving equipment
• Cleaning equipment
• Immediately available outside the OR
• Wiping down equipment, furniture, and OR space
• Mopping
• Partnering with a team to achieve an efficient process and meet a turnover target time for completion
• Helping with patient prep and positioning
• Assisting the OR team with needs
• Immediately available inside/outside the OR
• Continuous engagement with the surgical team. Must remain immediately available in or just outside the OR suite at all times.
• Perform other job related duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington.

What This Job Offers

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