Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY : Under the direct supervision of the OR manager/charge/circulating RN, assist in transporting patients to and from the operating room. Assists in moving patients on and off or tables at beginning and end of surgery, assists staff as needed with turning, lifting, holding and positioning of patients. To perform job functions within the Operating Room in a manner which promotes the safety and health of the worker, coworkers, patients, and visitors to Boston Medical Center-Brighton.
Position: Operating Room Aide Department: Operating Room Schedule: Full Time ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES / DUTIES: Responsibilities / Essential Functions
- Room set up with basic equipment including but not limited to OR table, ESU / Neptune, mayo stands, back table in ready to go condition
- Room turnover by washing and cleaning with appropriate disinfectant; OR lights, be, and all surfaces per approved process including floors. Removing trash and soiled linen; placing all in appropriate receptacles, remaking OR beds, relining trash, linen, and biohazard containers with appropriate liners.
- Assist room staff with equipment needs including but not limited to switching out various procedure tables and gathering additional case-specific equipment.
- Cleans and reassembles the operating room after each procedure is complete. Disposes of linen and trash properly. Remakes patient stretchers and keeps hallways clear of unnecessary equipment.
- Stocking: all warmers with appropriately dated fluids, blanket warmers, and weekly supply orders.
- Transport/assist with the transport of patients from floor to Operating Room. Obtains patient beds from floors and ICU.
- Is familiar with and uses aseptic techniques in the cleaning of all equipment and all areas of the Operating Room. Wears proper attire as appropriate.
- Attends and participates in formal / informal training programs as appropriate or directed. Attends and participates in staff / unit meetings, and educational programs.
JOB REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS: - High School Diploma or equivalent
Certification / Licensure: Required Knowledge and Skills: - Able to read and write English.
- Able to manage personal interactions and maintain good working relationships with surgeons and other employees
- Learning abilities sufficient to add new skills and participate productively with OR team.
- Personal maturity sufficient to teach others and interact with healthcare professionals.
- Ability to calculate and complete weekly inventory and data.
- Ability to work effectively as part of a team providing excellent specialized care to patients.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or "apps" job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment.
Compensation Range: $18.42- $27.37
This range offers an estimate based on the minimum job qualifications. However, our approach to determining base pay is comprehensive, and a broad range of factors is considered when making an offer. This includes education, experience, and licensure/certifications directly related to position requirements. In addition, BMCHS offers generous total compensation that includes, but is not limited to, benefits (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), contract increases, Flexible Spending Accounts, 403(b) savings matches, earned time cash out, paid time off, career advancement opportunities, and resources to support employee and family wellbeing.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Disabled/Veterans
According to the FTC, there has been a rise in employment offer scams. Our current job openings are listed on our website and applications are received only through our website. We do not ask or require downloads of any applications, or "apps" job offers are not extended over text messages or social media platforms. We do not ask individuals to purchase equipment for or prior to employment.
Job Tags
Full time, Fixed term contract, Flexible hours