Operating Room Support Technician (Part-Time)

Baystate Health; Palmer (MA); On-site; USD 23,432 - 31,423; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

PTO up to 25 days in first year

Tuition reimbursement

Health insurance

Job summary

Baystate Health is seeking a dedicated OR Assistant to join our Perioperative Services team at Baystate Wing Hospital in Palmer, MA. Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the OR Assistant performs a variety of direct and indirect patient care activities to support the safe and efficient operation of the surgical suite.

This role collaborates with nurses, surgeons, anesthesia providers, technicians and other team members to ensure high-quality patient care in a safe perioperative

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions and work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Successful completion of the department orientation program.
• Strong attention to detail with good hand-eye coordination, mechanical aptitude, and adequate vision and hearing (with or without correction).
• Ability to think independently and remain calm in a busy surgical environment.
• Three to six months of healthcare or patient care experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist with operating room turnover and room setup to promote efficient patient flow and on-time surgical starts.
• Prepare operating rooms for surgical procedures by ensuring equipment and supplies are clean, organized, and available.
• Clean, inspect, and maintain equipment according to established infection prevention and safety standards.
• Identify and report equipment concerns, remove faulty equipment from service, and notify the Charge Nurse or Suite Coordinator.
• Follow all infection prevention, body substance precaution, and personal protective equipment (PPE) policies.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality while interacting with patients and their families.
• Assist with maintaining established inventory levels by stocking supplies and replenishing blanket warmers throughout the day.
• Provide necessary equipment and support to the surgical team as needed.
• Assist Registered Nurses with transporting patients to the Post Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) and other nursing units.
• Assist with patient positioning in the operating room.
• Support the Heart & Vascular team with pre-operative patient clipping and preparation.
• Answer department phones and assist with other unit support activities as needed.
• Participate in orientation, annual mandatory education, and ongoing professional development activities.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Prioritization

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Baystate Health is seeking a dedicated OR Assistant to join our Perioperative Services team at Baystate Wing Hospital in Palmer, MA. Working under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, the OR Assistant performs a variety of direct and indirect patient care activities to support the safe and efficient operation of the surgical suite.

This role collaborates with nurses, surgeons, anesthesia providers, technicians and other team members to ensure high-quality patient care in a safe perioperative