OR Assistant I - Surgical Services

About the role

Description Summary: Ancillary member of surgical team who provides direct and indirect patient care and support. Takes initiative in ordering and re-stocking supplies, caring and handling of instruments and equipment.

What you'll do

• Meets expectations of the applicable
• OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Transports patients, assists with holding area functions.
• Assists nursing staff with room turnover and setup as delegated by licensed and certified staff.
• Obtains necessary equipment, positioning aides, furniture, and supplies for next case.
• Follows proper universal infection control techniques.
• Performs morning, daily, and weekly routines for cleaning of lights, autoclaves, room furniture, staff areas, outdating of supplies and equipment.
• Participates in quality management programs as assigned.
• Adjust work priorities to accommodate cancellations and urgent/emergent cases.
• Returns supplies and equipment to appropriate storage spaces.
• Performs between cases cleanups.
• Maintains and restocks solution carts, plaster cart, sub sterile areas, linen, special orders, and areas assigned.
• Communicates courteously with Central Supply, Sterile Processing, and ancillary departments to obtain necessary supplies in a timely manner.
• Takes call as assigned.
• Asks questions and seeks new experiences to better understand department.

What you'll bring

• Education/Skills High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience One-year experience in an acute care hospital setting or health care environment preferred.
• Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS certification is required within six months of hire.
• In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all
• Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame.
• Work Schedule: 5
• Days - 8
• Hours Work Type: Full Time