OR Assistant

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 46,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

UW Medical Center Northwest – Operating Rooms in Seattle seeks an OR Assistant to support turnover, cleaning the surgical suite, and transporting patients and specimens. CNA certification in WA and prior intraoperative or housekeeping experience are valued.

Responsibilities include establishing par levels for supplies, ensuring patient safety, and assisting with transfers as needed in a busy OR environment. This is a full-time, day-shift position in Seattle, WA.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• CNA certification in Washington State.
• Prior intraoperative experience or hospital housekeeping experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist in cleaning and preparing surgical suite.
• Assist in establishing par levels for ancillary supplies.
• Transport, and assist with repositioning and/or transfer of patients.
• Ensure safety of the patient in the environment (bed positioning and rails, etc.).
• Deliver specimens and transports blood products.

Skills

CNA

Intraoperative experience

Housekeeping

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

No Telework

Seattle, WA

Full time

REQ-0000135965

Job Description

The UW MEDICAL CENTER – NORTHWEST - OPERATING ROOMS have an outstanding opportunity for an OR Assistant.

WORK SCHEDULE

• Full-Time / 40 Hours Per Week
• Day Shift (0900-1730)

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Be responsible for assisting with room turnover, housekeeping duties in the assigned area of the OR, transportation of patients, and transport of specimens

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assist in cleaning and preparing surgical suite
• Assist in establishing par levels for ancillary supplies
• Transport, and assist with repositioning and/or transfer of patients
• Ensure safety of the patient in the environment (bed positioning and rails, etc.)
• Deliver specimens and transports blood products

Strong candidates will have CNA certification within the State of Washington and prior intraoperative experience as an aide or orderly, or hospital housekeeping experience.

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

• High school graduate or GED equivalent

ABOUT UW MEDICAL CENTER-NORTHWEST

UW Medical Center is an acute care hospital located in Seattle with two campuses: Montlake and Northwest. As the No. 1 hospital in Seattle and Washington State since 2012 (U.S. News & World Report) and nationally ranked in six specialties, UW Medical Center prides itself on compassionate patient care as well as its pioneering medical advances.

The UW Medical Center–Northwest campus offers emergency and inpatient and outpatient medical, surgical, and therapeutic care. It is located in north Seattle on a beautiful, easy-to-access 44-acre campus that includes the neighboring Specialty Care Meridian Pavilion.

Teamwork. Community. Opportunity. (https://www.uwmedicine.org/about/career-opportunities/uw-medical-center-northwest)

ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become a part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$22.21 hourly

Pay Range Maximum:

$32.29 hourly

Other Compensation:

-

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU 1199NW UWMC Northwest Service and Maintenance

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 (https://policy.uw.edu/directory/po/executive-orders/eo-81-prohibiting-discrimination-harassment-and-sexual-misconduct/).

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail] .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) .

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.