OR Aide

RRHS; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Rochester Regional Health in Canton Potsdam Hospital is seeking an OR Aide to support the Operating Room team. The role is full-time, with day shift 8am-5pm, focusing on anesthesia equipment prep, inventory, and room turnover.

You will assist anesthesia providers, maintain sterile technique, and help ensure patient safety during daily surgical procedures. A high school diploma is required, and certification as an anesthesia tech is preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Cer.A.T. or equivalent certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and maintains anesthesia equipment and supplies as directed by anesthesia providers.
• Assist anesthesia providers as directed.
• Ensure surgical room cleanliness and turnover between surgeries; adhere to infection control policies.

Skills

Cer.A.T. preferred

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).

RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.

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.