Operating Room Assistant - Surgery Support

Providence; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Providence's Swedish Cherry Hill campus in Seattle is seeking a Perioperative Care Associate II to support the surgical and procedural teams. The role involves prep, transport, room turnover, and maintaining a clean, safe environment.

You will apply cleaning techniques, handle medical waste, assist with case carts and positioning devices, and participate in quality improvement. Requirements include BLS certification (AHA) at hire and at least one year of Perioperative Care Associate I or

Qualifications

• BLS certification required at hire.
• At least 1 year of Perioperative Care Associate I or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with prep work for surgical/procedural areas.
• Perform transportation, room cleaning and turnover, and supply stocking.
• Maintain cleanliness and infection control per standards.
• Assist with case carts, positioning devices, and equipment.
• Participate in quality improvement processes.

Skills

BLS Certification (AHA)

Job description

This position is a member of a multi-disciplinary team that maintains the physical environment of the OR and procedural areas (cath lab, EP and IR) at the highest level of cleanliness, both from an appearance and infection control standpoint. The Perioperative Care Associate II (PCA II) under direction, assists the surgical/invasive procedural and Surgery/Procedure Admissions Unit (SPAU) staff with prepatory aspects of patient care, also will perform transportation, room cleaning and turnover, supply stocking, and general care of the environment. This position is responsible for continuously demonstrating proficiency in both basic and more advanced cleaning techniques in the surgical and procedural areas. Consistently and routinely demonstrates both skill and knowledge in the safe use of chemicals, equipment, cleaning techniques and infection control methods necessary to maintain the departments established quality standards. Is knowledgeable and demonstrates competence in the safe handling and removal of medical waste, inclusive of hazardous, regulated, infectious, recyclable, and innocuous (regular) waste. Assists the core facilitator with completion of case carts and preparation of positioning devices and equipment. Assists with quality improvement processes. The PCA II works under guidance of the Lead Core Tech and the Surgical Supervisor/Nurse Manager. Functions as a collaborative and participative member of an interdisciplinary team, consistent with the mission, vision and values of the Surgical Services department and Swedish Medical Center.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Swedish Cherry Hill and thrive in our culture of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

• Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association
• 1 year of Performing duties of a Perioperative Care Associate I or equivalent experience in a healthcare environment.
  

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