OR Assistant - Surgery Main OR - FT - Day

Stormont-Vail-Health-; Topeka (KS); On-site; USD 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Stormont Vail Health is seeking an OR Assistant to join the care delivery team across Pre-op, OR, PACU, and related units. The role supports the Surgical team, monitors patient safety, and helps with turnover and sterile supplies under RN supervision.

Requirements include CNA or related experience, ability to read safety documents, and strong manual dexterity. The position involves on-site duties with a 12-hour day shift and 36 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Reads and interprets safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to assist with patient transport and positioning under RN direction.
• Demonstrates strong manual dexterity and coordination.

Responsibilities

• Set up oxygen delivery systems and monitors for patient care during transport.
• Transport patients using carts or beds between departments.
• Assist with patient positioning and surgical prep under RN/Technologist guidance.

Skills

Reading & interpretation of documents

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Education

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or related experience

Tools

Vocera

Job description

Position Status:Full timeShift:12 Hour Day Shift (United States of America)Hours per week:36Job InformationExemption Status: Non-ExemptA Brief OverviewThe OR Assistant will function as a member of the Care delivery team in the Pre-op, Operating Room, PACU, EP Lab, Hybrid OR, but may also support Cardiac Cath Lab and Interventional Radiology under the direction of, and be assistive to, a Registered Nurse and his/her designees. They will provide delegated patient care intervention, complete daily assignments by checklist, and aide the Surgical team in case turnover and the opening of specific sterile supplies. Upon transportation of non-telemetry patients, the OR Assistant will observe for patient concerns and report to the RN. All post procedure transport of patients will be accompanied by a registered nurse related to sedation administration policy.Experience QualificationsCertified nursing aid or related experience. PreferredSkills and AbilitiesPossesses the ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. (Required proficiency)What you will doResponsible for the correct set up for Oxygen delivery and safety, and vital sign monitors necessary for patient care during transport. Transportation of patients by the appropriate method of transport cart, or bed from the appropriate department.Verifies with read back and confirm the inpatient unit/ floor that the patient resides on.Maintains cleanliness and neatness of service areas in the department and assigned O.R. rooms. Prepares requisitions for housekeeping, maintenance and general supply needs and insures adequate par levels are maintained. Refill the scrub sinks with supplies when neededAssists with turnover between operative procedures and follow the proper procedure for sterile technique upon opening sterile packs and items designated by the RN and Technologist. Assists the RN during patient positioning and the surgical prep.Independently interprets the Schedule board for assigned rooms concerning case starts, case turnover, patient transportation, and needs determined by the procedure.Communicates pertinent patient information to appropriate staff in a timely manner. Will be responsible for the operation, charging, and timely response of the Vocera.Performs the duties designated on the specific OR block, Evening, or Weekend checklists.Reports needed repairs or replacement of broken or unsafe equipment.Runs errands to within and between departments as necessary.May provide traction services once trained on an as needed basis.Participates in intra-inter departmental committees, attends a majority of monthly staff meetings, attends mandatory activities related to competency and education during specified times.Assists with the orientation of personnel to the area.Check temperature of the blanket and fluid warmer, record results and fill daily.Point Of Care Testing as needed in Pre-op and PACU.Retrieve daily inventory delivery from receiving, perform 1:1 reconciliation of inventory, remove from outside packaging and take inventory to department and appropriately place in stock with appropriate rotation.Required for All JobsComplies with all policies, standards, mandatory training and requirements of Stormont Vail HealthPerforms other duties as assignedPatient Facing OptionsPosition is Patient FacingRemote Work GuidelinesWorkspace is a quiet and distraction-free allowing the ability to comply with all security and privacy standards.Stable access to electricity and a minimum of 25mb upload and internet speed.Dedicate full attention to the job duties and communication with others during working hours.Adhere to break and attendance schedules agreed upon with supervisor.Abide by Stormont Vail’s Remote Worker Policy and will review and acknowledge the Remote Work Agreement annually.Remote Work CapabilityOn-Site; No RemoteScopeNo Supervisory ResponsibilityNo Budget Responsibility No Budget ResponsibilityPhysical DemandsBalancing: Occasionally 1-3 HoursCarrying: Occasionally 1-3 HoursClimbing (Ladders): Rarely less than 1 hourClimbing (Stairs): Rarely less than 1 hourCrawling: Rarely less than 1 hourCrouching: Rarely less than 1 hourDriving (Automatic): Rarely less than 1 hourDriving (Standard): Rarely less than 1 hourEye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Occasionally 1-3 HoursFeeling: Occasionally 1-3 HoursGrasping (Fine Motor): Occasionally 1-3 HoursGrasping (Gross Hand): Occasionally 1-3 HoursHandling: Occasionally 1-3 HoursHearing: Occasionally 1-3 HoursKneeling: Occasionally 1-3 HoursLifting: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbsOperate Foot Controls: Occasionally 1-3 HoursPulling: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbsPushing: Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbsReaching (Forward): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbsReaching (Overhead): Occasionally 1-3 Hours up to 50 lbsRepetitive Motions: Occasionally 1-3 HoursSitting: Occasionally 1-3 HoursStanding: Occasionally 1-3 HoursStooping: Occasionally 1-3 HoursTalking: Occasionally 1-3 HoursWalking: Occasionally 1-3 HoursPhysical Demand Comments:The OR Assistant must be able to lift 50 lbs. and be willing to work as a team member to transport and position patients weighing up to 400 lbs. utilizing assistive devices. Must be flexible; possess excellent manual dexterity and good hand to eye coordination.Working ConditionsBurn: Rarely less than 1 hourChemical: Rarely less than 1 hourCombative Patients: Occasionally 1-3 HoursDusts: Rarely less than 1 hourElectrical: Rarely less than 1 hourExplosive: Rarely less than 1 hourExtreme Temperatures: Rarely less than 1 hourInfectious Diseases: Occasionally 1-3 HoursMechanical: Rarely less than 1 hourNeedle Stick: Occasionally 1-3 HoursNoise/Sounds: Occasionally 1-3 HoursOther Atmospheric Conditions: Rarely less than 1 hourPoor Ventilation, Fumes and/or Gases: Rarely less than 1 hourRadiant Energy: Rarely less than 1 hourRisk of Exposure to Blood and Body Fluids: Occasionally 1-3 HoursRisk of Exposure to Hazardous Drugs: Rarely less than 1 hourHazards (other): Rarely less than 1 hourVibration: Rarely less than 1 hourWet and/or Humid: Rarely less than 1 hourStormont Vail is an equal opportunity employer and adheres to the philosophy and practice of providing equal opportunities for all employees and prospective employees, without regard to the following classifications: race, color, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, religion, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, uniformed service, disability or genetic information. This applies to all aspects of employment practices including hiring, firing, pay, benefits, promotions, lateral movements, job training, and any other terms or conditions of employment.Retaliation is prohibited against any person who files a claim of discrimination, participates in a discrimination investigation, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment act based upon the above classifications.