Operating Room Assistant

Medical University of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina is seeking an Operating Room Assistant to support licensed personnel in providing patient care and managing daily unit functions. This role requires at least one year of healthcare experience or relevant educational background.

Successful candidates must obtain Basic Life Support certification and be prepared to work irregular hours, including rotating shifts.

Join us in a role where you can make a positive impact on patient care and work in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year work experience in an Operating Room Assistant position or equivalent.
• Basic Life Support required within 2 weeks of hire.
• Ability to perform job functions in various physical positions.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing direct patient care.
• Perform tasks required for daily unit functions.
• Work shifts, including weekdays and weekends as needed.

Skills

Patient care experience

Basic Life Support Certification

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Active enrollment in nursing school or healthcare related field

College degree

Job description

Job Description

Under the direction and supervision of licensed personnel, the Operating Room Assistant assists in providing direct patient care and tasks required for daily unit functions.

Entity

Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Cost Center

CC000567 CHS - OR - Main (Main)

Pay Rate Type

Hourly

Pay Grade

Health-21

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Minimum Requirements

At least 1 year work experience in a .6fte Operating Room Assistant position at MUSC CHS or 1 year of patient care work experience in a healthcare facility; or a college degree, or active enrollment in nursing school with completion of Nursing Fundamentals from an accredited institution; or active enrollment in a healthcare related field from an accredited institution; or a Nursing Assistant or Medical Assistant, or equivalent training.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations

• Basic Life Support required within 2 weeks of hire. Thereafter, must maintain. Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers.

Work Schedule

May require working irregular hours, rotating shifts and weekends.

Monday - Friday 4 / 10 hour shifts, 2 pm - 10 pm.

Holiday Call and Disaster Teams.

Job Physical Demands

• Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Frequent)
• Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Frequent)
• Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent)
• Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
• Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent)
• Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent)
• Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent)
• Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent)
• Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent)
• Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent)
• Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent)
• Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous)
• Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous)
• Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous)
• Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent)
• Ability to lift/lower objects 15 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent)
• Ability to lift from 36 inches to overhead 15 lbs. (Infrequent)
• Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous)
• Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (Continuous)
• Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) (Selected Positions)
• Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous)
• Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)
• Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)
• Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous)
• Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Frequent) (Selected Positions)
• Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Frequent) (Selected Positions)
• Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Continuous) (Selected Positions)

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

EEO Statement

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