OR Aide

120 Canton - Potsdam Hospital; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health is seeking an OR Aide for Canton Potsdam Hospital. The role involves preparing anesthesia equipment and supplies for general, monitored anesthesia care, and regional anesthesia, while maintaining inventory and ensuring a clean, safe operating room environment.

You will assist anesthesia providers, help with patient positioning, and support OR staff to deliver high-quality patient care and efficient daily surgeries.

Qualifications

• Certified anesthesia technician certification preferred.
• High School Diploma/Equivalent required.

Responsibilities

• Prepares anesthesia equipment and supplies for general, monitored anesthesia care, or regional anesthesia.
• Maintains inventory levels of anesthesia equipment and supplies.
• Cleans and disinfects an operating room and disposes infectious waste as required.
• Supports OR staff to ensure patient safety and efficient daily surgical procedures.
• Turns over rooms between surgeries and assists in moving/positioning patients.
• Adheres to infection control policies and participates in performance improvement projects.

Skills

Certified anesthesia tech

Education

High School Diploma/Equivalent

Job description

JOB TITLE: OR AIDE Status: Full Time Location: Canton Potsdam Hospital Department: Operating Room Schedule: Days, 8am-5pm

SUMMARY

Prepares anesthesia equipment and supplies necessary for administration of general, monitored anesthesia care, or regional anesthesia and supports anesthesia services. Maintains inventory levels of anesthesia equipment and supplies. Cleans and disinfects an operating room by properly disposing infectious waste, mopping floors, cleaning equipment and washing tables and sinks. Work is done using specific cleaning products to ensure the safety of patients. Responsible for supporting the efforts of all Operating Room staff to help guarantee patient safety and achieve the successful completion of daily surgical procedures. Focus of the position is on identifying staff needs, communicating effectively and assisting in the delivery of excellent customer service and patient care. Adhere to the professional standards of the Association of Operating Room Nurses (AORN). Prepares and maintains Anesthesia equipment and supplies as directed by Anesthesia Providers. Assist anesthesia providers as directed. Responsible for surgical room cleanliness and turning over rooms between surgeries, maintains operating rooms and support areas. Adheres to infection control policies and procedures. Monitor and assist with inventory control including but not limited to restocking anesthesia supplies. Assist in moving and positioning patients. Participate in performance improvement projects. Delivers appropriate equipment to specified areas. Examples include but are not limited to orthopedic equipment, inpatient beds, ambulatory stretchers, and patient positioning devices.

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES

Certified anesthesia technician (Cer.A.T.) or equivalent certification preferred

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

High School Diploma/Equivalent

UNION

1199 SEIU (CPH) Service, Maintenance & Clerical Note: Not all per diem roles are union eligible

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Heavy - Clinical - Heavy clinical roles require continual lifting of more than 50 lbs., pushing and pulling patients or equipment, and working in physically awkward or restrictive positions. Staff must maintain balance and coordination in confined, uneven, or emergent care settings while performing both fine and gross motor tasks. High sensory acuity is needed to recognize patient cues and environmental alerts. Emotional and cognitive demands are significant due to urgent decision-making, managing distressed patients, and functioning effectively in high-pressure clinical situations. Environmental exposures commonly include infectious agents, biohazards, noise, and chemicals. Employees may be required to complete mask-fit testing, TB screening, and participate in extended or on-call shifts. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations.

PAY RANGE

$19.01 - $28.79 The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

ABOUT US

Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.