OR Assistant

Spire Orthopedic Partners; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent growth opportunities

Generous PTO

Benefits package

Job summary

Spire Orthopedic Partners in Stamford, CT, is seeking an Operating Room Assistant to support daily surgical procedures. The ORA will help prepare and turnover operating rooms, assist with patient positioning, and ensure cleanliness and readiness for the next case.

Responsibilities include sanitizing surfaces, managing linen, and assisting with inventory. This entry-level role offers growth opportunities within a dynamic orthopedic network and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Proficiency and understanding of basic medical terminology.
• BLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepares the operating room at the beginning of the day by sanitizing surfaces and equipment using germicides.
• Assists the surgical team in positioning patients.
• Sweep and mop floors between procedures and when necessary.
• Transfers patients from the operating room bed to recovery stretchers and prepares OR for next case.
• Changes bed sheets between procedures and manages linen and scrub attire.
• Assists Materials Manager with inventory receiving and controls.
• May assist clinical staff in selecting cases for future procedures.

Skills

Medical terminology

BLS (certified)

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Who We Are

Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing national partnership of orthopedic practices that provides the support, capital and operational resources physicians need to grow thriving practices for the future. As a Management Services Organization (MSO), Spire provides the infrastructure for administrative operations that allows practices to operate at their highest level, so doctors can focus their efforts on what matters most – patient care. Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing partnership of orthopedic practices that provides the support, capital and operational resources physicians need to grow thriving practices in today’s evolving healthcare landscape. The Spire network spans the Northeast with more than 165 physicians, 1,800 employees, 285 other clinical providers and 40 locations in New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

Who We Are

Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing national partnership of orthopedic practices that provides the support, capital and operational resources physicians need to grow thriving practices for the future. As a Management Services Organization (MSO), Spire provides the infrastructure for administrative operations that allows practices to operate at their highest level, so doctors can focus their efforts on what matters most – patient care. Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, Spire Orthopedic Partners is a growing partnership of orthopedic practices that provides the support, capital and operational resources physicians need to grow thriving practices in today’s evolving healthcare landscape. The Spire network spans the Northeast with more than 165 physicians, 1,800 employees, 285 other clinical providers and 40 locations in New York, Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts.

What You'll Do

The Operating Room Assistant, also known as ORA, provide a combination of janitorial and patient care services assisting with the preparation and turnover of daily surgical procedures in conjunction with other members of the surgical team. They also ensure that the operating rooms are cleaned before, during and after surgery.

• Prepares the operating room at the beginning of the day by sanitizing all flat surfaces and equipment using special cleaners known as germicides.
• Assists the surgical team in positioning patients.
• Sweep and mop floors between surgical procedures; more often if necessary.
• Assists in transferring patients from the operating room bed to the recovery stretchers and cleans the operating room for the next procedure.
• Changing bed sheets between surgical procedures.
• Responsible for the management of linen and scrub attire.
• Assists the Materials Manager with inventory receiving and controls.
• May be asked to assist clinical staff in picking cases for future surgical procedures.

Qualifications

Who you are:

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Proficiency and understanding of basic medical terminology
• BLS preferred

Accountability

• Compiles with the facility's time and attendance policy.
• Promotes teamwork between people, departments and services.
• Uses effective communication skills to create a culture of collaboration and respect.
• Accepts suggestions and feedback from others.
• Adheres to the professional standards set forth in the Employee Handbook.

Special Skills

• Attention to detail is an important skill to provide a clean environment and may also be responsible for sterilizing medical equipment.

Special Working Conditions And Physical Demands

• May be exposed to infectious diseases.
• Standing/walking for more than half of the day.
• Frequently bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting, lifting.
• Sufficient mobility and strength to move throughout department and lift heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds. Pushing and pulling patient stretchers and wire/metal supply carts.
• Heavy lifting or ending associated with the movement or lifting of patients.
• May be required to wear personal protective equipment when required.

What We Offer

• Excellent growth and advancement opportunities
• Dynamic environment
• Access to a diverse network of practitioners
• Broad infrastructure of tools and programs to enhance the employee experience
• Competitive Compensation
• Generous PTO
• Benefits package: health, dental, vision, 401(k), etc.

We are an equal-opportunity employer. Qualified Applicants are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex, or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances (referred to as "protected characteristics").