OR Support Assistant

Duties and Responsibilities

• Gathers supplies for surgical procedures as required, using correct surgeon's preference card when one exists or under the direction of the registered nurse.
  • Assembles and sets up non-complex equipment prior to surgery; helps with assembly of specialty equipment as needed, to include orthopedic traction equipment.
  • Assembles case carts according to pick ticket accurately and in a timely manner.
  • Gathers supplies for surgical procedures as required, using correct surgeon's preference card when one exists or under the direction of the registered nurse/Clinical partner.
• Cleans assigned areas by performing a variety of housekeeping duties.
  • Cleans, sweeps, mops, washes, polishes, etc., in assigned areas.
  • Inspects area upon completion of cleaning to ensure appropriate levels of cleanliness have been achieved.
  • Scrubs floors with approved equipment.
  • Dry and wet mops floors, mats, offices, and other assigned areas.
  • Dusts and wet mops assigned areas to include operating rooms, corridors, stairwells, lounges, offices, locker rooms, and other common areas.
  • Dusts overhead lights, etc., in all areas.
• Maintains and stocks Operating Room/PACU supplies including solutions, linens, brushes and environmental / cleaning supplies.
  • Rotates sterile supplies within the Operating Room / PACU.
  • Aids nursing in obtaining stock supplies for each designated area.
  • Aids the RN in providing direct and indirect patient care according to established procedures.
  • Transports patients to and from the surgical suite.
  • Assists OR nurse in lighting and positioning patients from the stretcher/bed to any and all forms of transportation.
  • Assists with patient hair removal, positioning and prepping.
  • Assists and prepares patients for discharge and transports/escorts to discharge area.
• Ensures proper delivery and return of case carts and specialized equipment to and from the operating room.
  • Responsible for room turnover and assisting with daily, weekly and monthly cleaning of unit equipment.
  • Transports specimen and blood as directed and performs other errands as requested by the Clinical Partner.
  • Transports soiled case carts to the decontamination area.
  • Transports clean case cart to the designated rooms as assigned.
  • Notifies Nurse Manager or Clinical Partner of any broken or damaged equipment.
  • Transports equipment to and from the biomedical engineering department.
• Communicates pertinent information surrounding optimum patient care to the appropriate patient care provider.
  • Reports patient complaints, problems, and unusual occurrences immediately to the appropriate RN/Clinical Partner.
• Cleans and stores equipment regularly in porter closet or assigned storage areas.
  • Empties waste receptacles and removes trash.
  • Collects and transports all waste materials as indicated.
  • Assists in cleaning of emergency spills as observed or upon request.
• Performs GOR cleaning per established guidelines and protocols in established time frames including removing soiled linen from operating rooms and replacing with fresh linen in prescribed manner.
  • Performs all related duties as assigned or directed.
• Assists in maintaining an orderly and sanitary condition in accordance with departmental and regulatory agency policies, procedures, and standards.
  • Maintains the hospital in an orderly and sanitary condition in accordance with departmental and regulatory agency policies, procedures, and standards.

Qualifications

• Education: High school or equivalent OR Support Assistant training obtained on the job.
• Experience: Six (6) months experience in a direct patient care environment in order to be familiar with basic patient activities, procedures, techniques and protocols.
• Licenses/Certifications: Completion of "Healthcare Provider" CPR course within 30 days of start date.

Skills

• Knowledgeable in aseptic techniques and in OR supply, equipment and instruments, to properly sterilize and disinfect instruments to properly restock and setup non-complex, routine surgical equipment.
• Ability to read and write English in order to identify patients, prepare supplies for surgical procedures and to follow instructions regarding the cleaning and maintenance of the operating rooms, equipment and supplies.
• Interpersonal and oral communication skills necessary to interact with patients, visitors, nursing staff and physicians.
• Ability to work in a fast paced and stressful environment where incumbents need to be able to respond rapidly and efficiently to requests/needs of the surgical team as well as to changes in OR schedule, etc.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to perform heavy lifting and strenuous physical exertion up to seventy percent (70%) of work time.
• Ability to walk and stand up to ninety percent (90%) of work time.
• Exposure to water, detergents, and other cleaning agents up to fifty percent (50%) of work time.
• Exposure to potential hazards from used needles and other sharp objects up to thirty percent (30%) of work time.
• Occasional exposure to anesthetic exhausts up to ten percent (10%) of work time.

Working Conditions

• Exposure to water, detergents, and other cleaning agents up to fifty percent (50%) of work time.
• Exposure to potential hazards from used needles and other sharp objects up to thirty percent (30%) of work time.
• Occasional exposure to anesthetic exhausts up to ten percent (10%) of work time.

Patient & Workplace Safety

• Employee has knowledge and understanding of patient and workforce safety as it relates to job duties.

GBMC Values

• Treats everyone with courtesy.
• Fosters a healing environment.
• Treats others with fairness, kindness, and respect for personal dignity and privacy.
• Listens and responds appropriately to others' needs, feelings, and capabilities.
• Strives for superior performance in every aspect of work.
• Recognizes and celebrates the accomplishments of others.
• Mets and/or exceeds customer expectations.
• Keeps people informed.
• Works cooperatively and collaboratively with others for the success of the team.
• Addresses and resolves conflict in a positive way.
• Sets a positive, professional example for others.
• Takes ownership to solve problems.
• Embraces change and improvement in the work environment.
• Seeks out the ideas of others to reach the best solutions.
• Acknowledges and celebrates the contribution of others.
• Demonstrates honesty, integrity and good judgment.
• Protects the patient.

Equal Employment Opportunity

• GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Pay Range

• $15.00 - $20.00

Final Salary Offer

• Final salary offer will be based on the candidate's qualifications, education, experience and alignment with our organizational needs.