Perioperative Aide - 13

About the role

Perioperative Aide Definition Of Position Assists in all areas of the Surgical Services department perform a variety of duties to help facilitate efficiency in the operating room.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and distribute surgical case carts according to physician's preference lists and anticipated needs of the perioperative team.
• Prepare and distribute equipment and positioning supplies according to the anticipated needs of the perioperative team.
• Maintain inventory levels of anesthesia equipment and supplies, including anesthesia carts, and the anesthesia supply areas.
• Assist in transporting patients and equipment as needed.
• Follow established protocols for transporting equipment, supplies, and other items.
• Safely move, transfer, and transport patients onto transport vehicles (e.g., wheelchairs, stretchers, patient beds, OR beds).
• Operate patient lifting equipment and mechanical assistance devices (e.g., mechanical lift devices, air-assisted lateral transport devices, sling devices) safely and according to the manufacturer's instructions for use.
• Prepare transport vehicles and equipment according to the anticipated needs of the perioperative team.
• Follow established protocols for routine, between-case, enhanced environmental cleaning, and terminal cleaning of the ORs and procedure rooms.
• Follow safety procedures and manufacturer's instructions when handling cleaning solutions, supplies and equipment.
• Adhere to standard precautions including the use of personal protective equipment.
• Maintain privacy and confidentiality of individuals and health information.
• The employee supports the hospital mission, vision, values, policies, and procedures.
• Participates in required education for DNV programs as applicable to position (reference program education curriculum).
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Preferred certification: Basic Life Support Certification.
• Experience: Basic computer skills (required); preferred knowledge of surgical instruments, equipment and procedures, safe patient handling equipment, and janitorial equipment; environmental services experience in perioperative and/or acute care setting.
• Other required abilities: perform a variety of duties, often changing tasks without loss of efficiency; recognize patient confidentiality rights and responsibilities; convey empathy and compassion; report changes in patient condition; foster teamwork and cooperation; communicate effectively with diverse populations; incorporate service excellence in customer relations.

Physical Requirements

The position requires sufficient auditory ability to detect and respond to various sounds, including patient alarms and verbal communication. Clear and effective communication is essential, as is the ability to interact with patients, families, and healthcare team members. Visual acuity is necessary for observing patient conditions, reading documentation and monitors, and distinguishing colors for clinical purposes, such as identifying medications or safety indicators. Tactile perception is also important for assessing physical characteristics such as temperature, size, shape, or texture during patient care. Motor coordination is required for reaching, grasping, handling, and performing fine motor tasks necessary for the use of medical equipment and procedures. The position also involves occasional stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling when assisting patients or accessing equipment. Walking and standing are typically continuous throughout the shift. The role requires the ability to lift to 50 pounds independently and involves frequent pushing, pulling, carrying, or repositioning of objects