OR Assistant

Rochester Regional Health; City of Rochester (NY); Presencial; USD 25.000 - 28.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Rochester General Hospital, part of Rochester Regional Health, seeks an OR Assistant to support the peri-operative unit. You will maintain supplies, assist in patient movement, and collaborate with the OR team to ensure safe, efficient room turnover during 7a–7p shifts with weekend on-call.

Ideal candidates bring attention to detail, basic computer skills, and aseptic technique. Heavy lifting and on-call work are required in this dynamic hospital environment.

Responsabilidades

• General Maintenance: Obtain supplies for case carts and sub-sterile areas; ensure cleanliness and safety of environment; transport specimens, cultures and medications within the hospital
• Collaboration: Work with team to provide smooth peri-operative workflow and room turnover
• Patient Care: Assist in transporting and positioning of patients as directed

Conocimientos

One year patient care

Basic computer skills

Aseptic technique

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Descripción del empleo

Job Title: OR Assistant
Department: OR
Location: Rochester General Hospital
Hours Per Week: 40
Schedule: 8 hour shifts between 7a-7p, Monday-Friday. Weekend on-call requirement.

SUMMARY

As an OR Assistant, your exceptional organization and collaboration abilities assist in the operational success of the unit and patient outcomes.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• General Maintenance. Obtain supplies required for case carts and sub-sterile areas; responsible for cleanliness and safety of environment for all those within it; transport specimens, cultures and medications within the hospital
• Collaboration. Work with team to provide smooth workflow in peri-operative setting; work as a team to accomplish room turnover
• Patient Care. Assist in the transporting and positioning of patients as directed

Required Qualifications:

• None

Preferred Qualifications:

• One (1) year of patient care and/or operating room experience in an accredited hospital
• Basic computer skills
• Demonstrated understanding of aseptic technique
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail

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.

PAY RANGE: $17.85 - $20.00