Operating Room Assistant - Inpatient Surgery - Allen Hospital

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Operating Room Assistant- Inpatient Surgery- Allen Hospital

Shift/Schedule

• Full Time- Scheduled for 40 Weekly Hours
• Shift Times- Days/Afternoons
• Weekends/Holidays- As Needed

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Perioperative Attendant is responsible for assisting the clinical staff by performing a variety of support functions that facilitate the delivery of surgical/procedural services to the patient working under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or designated health care professional in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of the organization.

Essential Job Functions

• Performs daily set-up of the surgical suites and room turnover between cases, maintaining a clean and orderly work area throughout the OR. May terminally clean OR suites based upon department design.

• Assists with patient positioning, lifting and transfers. Performs sterile holds as needed.

• Restocks and maintains an adequate amount of supplies and linens needed for surgery and/or anesthesia daily use. May maintain oxygen tanks based upon department design. Reports shortage of supplies to supervisor.

• Sets up equipment and positioning devices as needed for surgery. Reports to supervisor any broken, defective, or missing equipment or positioning devices. Cleans and maintains proper storage of equipment and positioning devices.

• Transports patients to from multiple departments as needed. May obtain clean inpatient beds and stretcher based upon department design.

• Responds to a variety of requests including running errands to and from other departments, obtaining items as needed, etc.

• Performs patient POCT as needed. Performs daily quality control checks on POCT devices.

• Maintains fluid and blanket warming logs for department as needed based upon department design.

• May discard and replace biohazards and sharps containers as needed based upon department design.

• Contributes to unit performance improvement and/or quality improvement activities.

• Ensures proper specimen and/or blood product handling, labeling and transportation per department procedure.

• Takes call as required.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Licensing/Certification

BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (required)

Work Experience

One-year perioperative experience preferred

Patient Population

• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
• Infant (1-12 months)
• Pediatrics (1-12 years)
• Adolescents (13-17 years)
• Adults (18-64 years)
• Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Working Conditions

• Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

• May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.

• May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids.*

• May be required to use physical restraints.

• May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials.*

• May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse

• May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.

• May have periods of constant interruptions

• Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions

• Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Skills

Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills:

• Monitor patient conditions during treatment
• Completes specific, routine task
• Requires basic reading, writing, or simple arithmetic skill
• May operate basic equipment/machinery.

Soft/Interpersonal Skills:

• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking
• Teamwork
• Conflict resolution
• Active listening
• Relationship building
• Ability to Follow Instructions
• Able to Work Independently
• Move with a sense of urgency

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate, you're part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being - personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

Inpatient Surgery- Allen Medical Center

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health- Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours- Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.