Job Description
Job Description
Operating Room Assistant (ORA)
MAIN FUNCTION :
Facilitates and assists with the daily flow of activities of the operating room and patient care by cleaning the operating room suites and related areas, transporting patients and equipment, stocking supplies, and performing other duties as assigned.
MUST HAVE REQUIREMENTS :
- High School Diploma or GED
- Maintain a current AHA (American Heart Association) Healthcare Provider BLS card
RESPONSIBLE TO : Department Director, Clinical Manager, Charge Nurses
Operations
Able to assist in lifting patients into wheelchairs or beds / carts.Able to maneuver carts, beds, or wheelchairs for patients of varying size using good body mechanics.Facilitate efficient Operating Room turnover and preparation for the following cases in a timely manner. Employees in this position may be exposed to blood, body fluids, and / or airborne pathogens and are required to wear barriers.Transport patients, case carts, instrument trays, and specimens to and from the operating room in a safe and efficient manner.Provide support to the OR suites as necessary and directed.Stock supplies in the operating rooms as directed.Assist in gathering equipment necessary for the operating rooms.Remove unnecessary equipment return to its proper place.Pull cases from the preference cards.Performs additional assignments as needed and directed by the charge nurse.3 days a week, Schedule to be determined
30 hours a week