Operating Room Assistant

ohiohealth; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

OhioHealth in Columbus is seeking an OR Assistant to support surgical services. You will help with room and case turnover, gather, check, and organize supplies and equipment, and assist with sterile processing.

You'll also support OR readiness through patient transportation, positioning, and room prep, and may precept new OR assistants. This role requires a high school diploma, strong teamwork, and the ability to work a 40-hour week with varying shifts.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assists in room/case turnover by gathering, checking, organizing dispensing and/or processing equipment, gas cylinders, supplies and instruments; opens sterile supplies and instruments. Precepts new O. R. Assistants as needed.
• Assists with OR readiness through patient transportation, positioning and room preparation; positions patients for procedure. Assist Nursing staff with room preparation, circulation of patients, and other duties as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Job description

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more - in our careers and in our communities.

Job Description Summary:

Responsibilities And Duties:

• 50% Assists in providing timely and efficient room/case turnover by gathering, checking, organizing dispensing and/or processing equipment, gas cylinders, supplies and instruments; opens sterile supplies and instruments. Precepts new O. R. Assistants as needed.
• 50% Assists with OR readiness through patient transportation, positioning and room preparation; positions patients for procedure. Assist Nursing staff with room preparation, circulation of patients, and other duties as needed.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School or GED (Required)

Additional Job Description:

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES

Additional college level science courses of aseptic technique, human anatomy/body mechanics, surgical procedures/medical terminology.

The ideal candidate has the mentality to perform under pressure and in high stress situations, ability to learn quickly on the job and accept feedback, strong interpersonal communication skills, and the ability to effectively manage time and range of tasks. The candidate must be able to work on their feet in a fast-paced environment for a minimum of 8 hours a day and lift 20 -25lbs.

Candidate must be able to work 7-3p, 5 days a week for 3-4 months while in orientation before entering their assigned shift.

Work Shift: Variable

Scheduled Weekly Hours : 40

Department Surgery Main

Join us!

• if your passion is to work in a caring environment
• if you believe that learning is a life-long process
• if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment