OR Assistant - Surgery Main OR - FT - Variable

Job description

Position Status: Full time Shift: Variable 12 hour shift (United States of America) Hours per week: 36 Job Information Exemption Status: Non-Exempt A Brief Overview The OR Assistant will function as a member of the Care delivery team in the Pre-op, Operating Room, PACU, EP Lab, Hybrid OR, but may also support Cardiac Cath Lab and Interventional Radiology under the direction of, and be assistive to, a Registered Nurse and his/her designees. They will provide delegated patient care intervention, complete daily assignments by checklist, and aide the Surgical team in case turnover and the opening of specific sterile supplies. Upon transportation of non-telemetry patients, the OR Assistant will observe for patient concerns and report to the RN. All post procedure transport of patients will be accompanied by a registered nurse related to sedation administration policy. Experience Qualifications Certified nursing aid or related experience. Preferred Skills and Abilities Possesses the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. (Required proficiency) What you will do Responsible for the correct set up for Oxygen delivery and safety, and vital sign monitors necessary for patient care during transport. Transportation of patients by the appropriate method of transport cart, or bed from the appropriate department. Verifies with read back and confirm the inpatient unit/ floor that the patient resides on. Maintains cleanliness and neatness of service areas in the department and assigned O.R. rooms. Prepares requisitions for housekeeping, maintenance and general supply needs and insures adequate par levels are maintained. Refill the scrub sinks with supplies when needed Assists with turnover between operative procedures and follow the proper procedure for sterile technique upon opening sterile packs and items designated by the RN and Technologist. Assists the RN during patient positioning and the surgical prep. Independently interprets the Schedule board for assigned rooms concerning case starts, case turnover, patient transportation, and needs determined by the procedure. Communicates pertinent patient information to appropriate staff in a timely manner. Will be responsible for the operation, charging, and timely response of the Vocera. Performs the duties designated on the specific OR block, Evening, or Weekend checklists. Reports needed repairs or replacement of broken or unsafe equipment. Runs errands to within and between departments as necessary. May provide traction services once trained on an as needed basis. Participates in intra-inter departmental committees, attends a majority of monthly staff meetings, attends mandatory activities related to competency and education during specified times. Assists with the orientation of personnel to the area. Check temperature of the blanket and fluid warmer, record results and fill daily. Point Of Care Testing as needed in Pre-op and PACU. Retrieve daily inventory delivery from receiving, perform 1:1 reconciliation of inventory, remove from outside packaging and take inventory to department and appropriately place in stock with appropriate rotation. Required for All Jobs Complies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail Health Performs other duties as assigned Patient Facing Options Position is Patient Facing Remote Work Guidelines Workspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards. Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed. Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours. Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor. Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually. Remote Work Capability On-Site; No Remote Scope No Supervisory Responsibility No Budget Responsibility No Budget Responsibility Physical Demands Balancing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Carrying: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Climbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hour Climbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hour Crawling: Rarely less than 1 hour Crouching: Rarely less than 1 hour Driving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hour Driving (Standard): Rarely less than 1 hour Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Feeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Grasping (Fine Motor): Occasionally 1-3 Hours Grasping (Gross Hand): Occasionally 1-3 Hours Handling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Hearing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Kneeling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Lifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs Operate Foot Controls: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Pulling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs Pushing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs Reaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs Reaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbs Repetitive Motions: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Sitting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Standing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Stooping: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Talking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Walking: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Physical Demand Comments: The OR Assistant must be able to lift 50 lbs. and be willing to work as a team member to transport and position patients weighing up to 400 lbs. utilizing assistive devices. Must be flexible; possess excellent manual dexterity and good hand to eye coordination. Working Conditions Burn: Rarely less than 1 hour Chemical: Rarely less than 1 hour Combative Patients: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Dusts: Rarely less than 1 hour Electrical: Rarely less than 1 hour Explosive: Rarely less than 1 hour Extreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hour Infectious Diseases: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Mechanical: Rarely less than 1 hour Needle Stick: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Noise/Sounds: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Other Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hour Poor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hour Radiant Energy: Rarely less than 1 hour Risk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Occasionally 1-3 Hours Risk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Rarely less than 1 hour Hazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hour Vibration: Rarely less than 1 hour Wet and/or Humid: Rarely less than 1 hour Stormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment. Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.