OR Support Assistant-Day Shift - Towson, United States - Greater Baltimore Medical Center (GBMC)

Description

Under direct supervision, provides ancillary support to the surgical team before and after every surgical procedure to include the following: preparation of equipment and supplies needed during surgery; room turnover between each procedure and regular cleaning (terminal daily and intense weekly) of the operating rooms, and assist with direct patient care activities such as positioning and holding extremities during surgical prepping. Ensure the proper delivery and return of case carts and specialized equipment to and from the operating room. Under supervision cleans corridors and other common areas in the Operating Room. Cleans walls, vents, lights, windows, and ceiling in those common areas. Transports bulk trash to designated collection points. Maintains the hospital in an orderly and sanitary condition in accordance with departmental and regulatory agency policies, procedures, and standards.Education:
High school or equivalent
OR Support Assistant training obtained on the job
Licensures/Certifications:
* Heart Saver (CPR Certification) within 30 days of start date.
Experience:
Six (6) months experience in a direct patient care environment in order to be familiar with basic patient activities, procedures, techniques and protocols.
Skills:
* Knowledgeable in aseptic techniques and in OR supply, equipment and instruments, to properly sterilize and disinfect instruments to properly restock and setup non-complex, routine surgical equipment.
* Ability to read and write English in order to identify patients, prepare supplies for surgical procedures and to follow instructions regarding the cleaning and maintenance of the operating rooms, equipment and supplies
* Interpersonal and oral communication skills necessary to interact with patients, visitors, nursing staff and physicians.
Ability to work in a fast paced and stressful environment where incumbents need to be able to respond rapidly and efficiently to requests/needs of the surgical team as well as to changes in OR schedule, etc.

COVID-19 Vaccination

All applicants must be fully vaccinated against Covid-19 or obtain a GBMC approved medical or religious exemption prior to starting employment at GBMC Healthcare, to include Gilchrist and GBMC Health Partners.

Equal Employment Opportunity

GBMC HealthCare and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.