Operating Room Assistant

Talentify; Thomasville (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth potential

Medical/Dental benefits

Retirement plan

PTO and life insurance

Job summary

Archbold Medical Center is seeking an Operating Room Assistant-Surgery to support patient care in the OR environment. You will assist with patient transport and positioning under RN and physician supervision, maintain sterile surroundings, and ensure proper room setup and cleaning between cases.

The role requires physical stamina, the ability to lift up to 50 pounds, and solid communication with physicians and staff. Prior medical experience is preferred, and commitment to teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Previous medical experience preferred.
• Capable of interpreting and following instructions.
• Must demonstrate good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Must maintain positive relationships with physicians and staff.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe environment for patients and staff.
• Assist with transport and positioning of patients under supervision.
• Perform cleaning of operating rooms and equipment between cases and at day end.
• Execute daily and weekly housekeeping duties in the department.
• Ensure proper room setup after cleaning and monitor assigned rooms.
• Cooperate with staff to complete tasks and respond to emergencies.
• Maintain equipment and supplies in clean, functional condition.
• Work required hours and be flexible for extended shifts.

Skills

Medical experience

Communication skills

Instruction following

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Operating Room Assistant- Surgery

Description:

Maintains safe environment for patient, co-workers, and self

Ensures correct patient is brought to procedure area by checking arm band, and insures patient safety by use of side rails and leg straps when appropriate

Assists with the transport and positioning of patients under the supervision of the RN and physician for patients ages pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric

Performs proper cleaning of operating rooms and equipment between each case, and terminal cleaning of department at the end of each day according to established policy

Performs daily and weekly housekeeping duties of department as assigned

Ensures proper room set-up after cleaning

Constantly monitors assigned rooms, remaining in assigned area, and takes breaks outside department only when relieved or permission granted

Regularly cooperates and offers assistance to other staff in order to complete all work assignments

Ensures proper maintenance, care and cleanliness of equipment and supplies

Responds immediately when called upon in emergency situations

Demonstrates effective organizational skills

Completes assignments within appropriate time frame

Works hours as assigned and is willing to work extended on any shift as needed

Experience/Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED required

Previous medical experience preferred

Requires heavy lifting, pushing, and pulling

Must be able to lift 50 pounds

Capable of interpreting and following instructions

Must demonstrate good communication skills, both written and verbal

Must demonstrate ability to maintain positive relationship with physicians and staff

Perks/Benefits

(for eligible employees)

• Have optimal opportunity for career growth within our growing organization
• Medical / Dental
• Retirement Plan
• PTO and paid life insurance

What Sets Us Apart

Archbold Medical Center is a four-hospital, four-nursing-home health system with 540 patient beds. We employ more than 2,500 people and boast an outstanding medical staff of nearly 200 qualified physician specialists. Our flagship hospital, Archbold Memorial Hospital, is a 264-bed hospital located in Thomasville, Georgia. Our system hospitals, also in Georgia, are Archbold Brooks Hospital in Quitman, Archbold Grady Hospital in Cairo, and Archbold Mitchell Hospital in Camilla.

For nearly 100 years, Archbold has been synonymous with high-quality, compassionate medical care. While our exemplary facilities have helped us maintain an excellent reputation, our team members are what makes Archbold special.

You are unique. You have skills and a strong passion for helping people. You also have personal goals, and Archbold wants to help you achieve them. We are a diverse healthcare system that promotes teamwork, continuing education, and leadership, and we are committed to recruiting and retaining the best healthcare professionals to join our Archbold team.

What we offer:

We know that your time and expertise are valuable, and to help our employees be at their best and make the most of their employment experience, we offer a comprehensive and generous benefits package that helps our employees and their families meet the challenges of everyday living.

We strive to be a workplace of choice, and from high-quality medical and dental care benefits to retirement benefits that help build wealth for your future, Archbold is proud to offer our employees one of the best benefits packages in the area.

Below are a few of the benefits Archbold Medical Center offers to employees:

• Work/Life Balance
• Planning for the Future
• Low-Cost Prescriptions
• Health & Wellness Benefits
• Planning for Life's Unexpected Moments
• Helping You to Advance Your Career

Mission

To provide safe, innovative and compassionate care for our communities.

Vision

A healthier region, stronger communities, meaningful work, and trusted care