Perioperative Support OR Aide
About The Position
Inova Fairfax Medical Center is hiring a full-time Perioperative Support OR Aide Specialist for a day-shift schedule, Monday through Friday from 2:00 PM to 10:30 PM, with rotating weekends. The role assists with patient care by retrieving and delivering supplies, instruments, and equipment to operating rooms as directed by the surgical team. It requires professional and advanced knowledge of aseptic surgical technique and surgical procedures. The position supports operating room staff and surgeons before and/or during procedures to help prevent procedure and turnover delays. The aide communicates effectively, cooperates with others, respects and understands other clinical disciplines, and takes responsibility for self-development.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Basic Life Support certification upon starting.
- One year of experience in a healthcare setting or in inventory/equipment management.
- Effective communication skills to follow and respond appropriately to instructions.
- Ability to multitask.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience within surgical services.
- Previous experience supporting a perioperative or operating room environment.
Responsibilities
- Assist with gathering, installing, removing, and cleaning equipment, using the operating room schedule to anticipate requests.
- Gather and pack instruments and sterile supplies for scheduled and added cases to support efficient surgical case setup.
- Access the OR computer system independently, select the correct preference cards, and print them as needed.
- Place returned and new supplies and instruments in their correct locations.
- Monitor supply levels, obtain needed supplies, or report deficiencies to the Perioperative Support Supervisor.
- Perform monthly checks on emergency case carts.
- Support the PeriOp Support OR Aide as indicated.
- Support additional projects and duties as assigned.
- Retrieve and deliver requested supplies, instruments, and equipment to operating rooms as directed by the surgical team.
- Provide equipment support for operating room staff and surgeons before and/or during procedures.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- Team member wellness program.
- Retirement plan with Inova matching the first 5% of eligible contributions starting on the first day.
- Education assistance of up to $5,250 per year.
- Student loan assistance of up to $10,000.
- Up to 25 mental health coaching or therapy sessions per person, per year, at no cost, for team members and their spouses or partners and children.
- Paid time off.
- Paid parental leave.
- Flexible work schedules.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
