Operating Room Assistant (ORA)-2

C002 Medical University Hospital Authority (MUHA); United States; On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical University of South Carolina is seeking an Operating Room Assistant to provide direct patient care under the supervision of licensed personnel and assist with daily unit functions.

A high school diploma or GED is required, with at least six months of hospital experience; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required within two weeks of hire. The role may involve irregular hours, weekends, and rotating shifts at CHS - OR - West Campus (Offsite).

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing direct patient care under the supervision of licensed personnel.
• Support daily unit functions in the operating room.
• Be flexible with shift schedules, including evenings and weekends when required.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Basic Life Support (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 CC000568 CHS - OR - West Campus (Offsite) Pay Rate Type Hourly Pay Grade Health-21 Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Work Shift Job Description

Minimum Training and Education

High school diploma or equivalency (GED) with at least six months of experience working in a hospital setting. Completionofa 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.

Additional Job Description 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 health care 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. Credentials: 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 certification is required.

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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