Operating Room Assistant - Surgery (60737)
full-time•Lancaster
About this role
Job DetailsJob Location: *FMC Main Campus - Lancaster, OH 43130Position Type: Full Time 1.0Travel Percentage: No Driving RequiredJob Shift: DayJob Category: Clinical SupportJob Summary
Under the direction of the Registered Nurse, performs delegated duties to assist in the treatment and care of the patient in accordance to the established FMC policies, procedures and guidelines. Provides technical support to OR staff in the planning, preparation of equipment and supplies for surgical procedures. Track supplies, equipment usage/returns via the bar code system.
Essential Job Functions
Job Expectations and Responsibilities (under the direction of the registered nurse):
Expert in the names and location of surgical equipment and supplies. Acts as a “runner” for or suites needing additional equipment/supplies.
Expert at surgical case preparation- pulling supplies and equipment and the bar code scanning process. assures case carts are complete and special items/equipment are available. Prepares or suite with necessary equipment for the day.
Proactively reviews or schedule for week/day. anticipates any special needs. identifies low quantity stock. Effectively communicates with service line leaders in developing and maintaining par levels. review stock usage and expirations.
communicates with schedulers, inventory coordinators and supervisors any constraints that apply to the scheduling system/process regarding loaners, repairs, special request and the time element involved.
take weekend/holiday call on a rotational basis.
Provides support to main or and cardiac anesthesia as needed. retrieves any surgical or anesthesia equipment/supplies that are anticipated and/or requested.
assist with daily anesthesia machine checks. ensures the machine is ready for use including troubleshooting and correcting problems as needed.
may assist in positioning of the patient for procedures.
assist in room “turnover” which includes cleaning of surgical equipment, or table, floors, and disposing of any contaminated materials according to policy and procedure.
Collects specimens and delivers them to the requested area.
ability to prioritize and work effectively as a team member.
enhances positive relations with all customers including patients, families, co-workers, and staff in other departments. as a representative of the center, demonstrates responsibility and accountability for enhancing positive interactions and for diffusing negative interactions.
Transports patients in a safe manner following policy and procedures.
other duties as assigned.
QualificationsJob Qualifications
Education: High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Licensure/Certification: When Seconds Count
Experience: Surgical experience preferred.
Job-related Skills: Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills; ability to problem-solve and facilitate resolution to issues; demonstrates ability to handle multiple priorities; ability to make independent decisions.
What you'll do
- The Operating Room Assistant provides technical support to OR staff by preparing equipment and supplies for surgical procedures and assisting in patient care. Responsibilities include tracking supplies, communicating with service line leaders, and ensuring the readiness of surgical and anesthesia equipment.
About Fairfield Medical Center
Fairfield Medical Center is a vibrant healthcare organization focused on providing exceptional healthcare to everyone it serves. It’s because of that commitment that we continue to expand our facilities and services and, with each year, our team continues to grow. We want you to be a part of that growth. We are in search of talented, passionate and dedicated people who are eager to deliver outstanding care.
With us, you will have the opportunity to do meaningful work that has a positive impact on the community, in an organization large enough to allow for personal growth and career development. We place unparalleled value on our employees and provide a unique career experience. When you join us, you become part of our team; it is our goal to not only be the best place you will ever work, but the only place you will want to work.
We are committed to developing a culture for our organization that is based around this idea of creating an exceptional experience for our patients, their families and our employees – which we define as “making a difference from the heart.”
The driver behind our culture is that we all believe in the value of it, and we hire people into the organization who are also committed to making a difference. Our employees truly go the extra mile to serve our patients and each other.
Proud of Our Role in the Community
Today, we serve more than 250,000 residents in Fairfield, Pickaway, Perry, Hocking and Athens counties and employ more than 2,000 individual caregivers. Our nonprofit, 501(c)3 organization is located in Lancaster, Ohio and provides full-service, general acute health services.
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What does a Operating Room Assistant - Surgery (60737) do at Fairfield Medical Center?
As a Operating Room Assistant - Surgery (60737) at Fairfield Medical Center, you will: the Operating Room Assistant provides technical support to OR staff by preparing equipment and supplies for surgical procedures and assisting in patient care. Responsibilities include tracking supplies, communicating with service line leaders, and ensuring the readiness of surgical and anesthesia equipment..
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The Operating Room Assistant - Surgery (60737) position at Fairfield Medical Center is based in Lancaster, Ohio, United States. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.
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