Operating Room Assistant

Medical University of South Carolina; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Medical University of South Carolina seeks an Operating Room Assistant to support licensed personnel, provide direct patient care, and complete tasks for daily unit operations in a fast-paced environment.

Requires a high school diploma or GED with at least six months in a hospital setting; BLS within two weeks of hire; willingness to work irregular hours including weekends.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED with at least six months of experience working in a hospital setting.
• Completion of a recognized allied health course or six months patient care experience in a health care setting preferred.
• May require working irregular hours, rotating shifts and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist in direct patient care and daily unit functions under supervision.
• Support licensed personnel in the operating room environment and patient flow.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

BLS Certification

Job description

Job Description Summary

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)

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.

Additional Job Description

High school diploma or equivalency (GED) with at least six months of experience working in a hospital setting. Completion of a recognized allied health h course or six months patient care experience in a health care setting preferred. May require working irregular hours, rotating shifts and weekends.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations:

Basic Life Support (BLS) within the first two weeks of hire. Thereafter, must maintain a current Basic Life Support (BLS), either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

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.

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