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Title
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Description
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We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Operating Room Assistant to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in ensuring the smooth operation of surgical procedures by maintaining a sterile environment, preparing surgical instruments, and assisting the surgical team as needed. This position requires a high level of attention to detail, the ability to work under pressure, and a commitment to patient safety and care. The Operating Room Assistant will be responsible for setting up the operating room before surgery, ensuring all necessary equipment and supplies are available and functioning properly, and assisting with patient positioning and draping. During surgery, the assistant will help maintain a sterile field, pass instruments to the surgical team, and monitor the patient's condition. After surgery, the assistant will help with the cleanup and sterilization of the operating room and instruments. This role requires excellent communication skills, as the assistant will need to work closely with surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of surgical procedures and sterile techniques, as well as the ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team. This is a physically demanding job that requires standing for long periods, lifting and moving heavy equipment, and working in a fast-paced environment. The Operating Room Assistant must also be able to handle stressful situations calmly and efficiently. A high school diploma or equivalent is required, and previous experience in a healthcare setting is preferred. Certification as a Surgical Technologist or Operating Room Assistant is a plus. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development. If you are passionate about patient care and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities
Text copied to clipboard!- Prepare the operating room for surgery.
- Ensure all necessary equipment and supplies are available and functioning properly.
- Assist with patient positioning and draping.
- Maintain a sterile field during surgery.
- Pass instruments to the surgical team.
- Monitor the patient's condition during surgery.
- Assist with the cleanup and sterilization of the operating room and instruments after surgery.
- Work closely with surgeons, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
- Anticipate the needs of the surgical team.
- Handle stressful situations calmly and efficiently.
- Maintain accurate records of surgical procedures.
- Ensure compliance with all safety and infection control protocols.
- Assist with the transportation of patients to and from the operating room.
- Help with the inventory and ordering of surgical supplies.
- Participate in ongoing training and professional development.
- Provide support to other members of the healthcare team as needed.
- Communicate effectively with patients and their families.
- Assist with the preparation and maintenance of surgical instruments.
- Ensure the operating room is clean and organized at all times.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Text copied to clipboard!- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
- Certification as a Surgical Technologist or Operating Room Assistant is a plus.
- Strong understanding of surgical procedures and sterile techniques.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team.
- Physically demanding job requiring standing for long periods.
- Ability to lift and move heavy equipment.
- Ability to handle stressful situations calmly and efficiently.
- Commitment to patient safety and care.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational skills.
- Ability to work as part of a team.
- Basic computer skills.
- Willingness to participate in ongoing training and professional development.
- Ability to maintain accurate records.
- Knowledge of safety and infection control protocols.
- Ability to communicate effectively with patients and their families.
Potential interview questions
Text copied to clipboard!- Can you describe your experience working in a healthcare setting?
- How do you ensure a sterile environment in the operating room?
- Can you provide an example of a time when you had to handle a stressful situation calmly and efficiently?
- How do you prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment?
- What steps do you take to anticipate the needs of the surgical team?
- How do you ensure compliance with safety and infection control protocols?
- Can you describe a time when you had to work closely with a team to achieve a common goal?
- How do you handle the physical demands of this job?
- What strategies do you use to maintain accurate records?
- How do you communicate effectively with patients and their families?
