Job Description

Job Description

Assists in the preparation of the Operating Room prior to surgical procedures. Cleans and maintains Operating Room and perioperative areas. Ensures adequate inventory of supplies.

Job Responsibility

• * Assists staff in preparation of operating room prior to and during surgery.
• * Assists in positioning and preparation of patient for surgery, as directed. Sets up IVs and positions lights, tables, suction machines and cautery as directed.
• * Cleans operating room and perioperative areas. Strips and makes beds, O.R. tables and stretchers. Disposes of all soiled materials and fluids. Cleans surfaces, floors, lights and all equipment including anesthesia machines.
• * Changes filters, sampeline tubing, tanks and soda sorbs ensuring all cords and connectors are assembled properly. Cleans and drains hoses on anesthesia machines.
• * Performs housekeeping functions, including but not limited to, cleaning corridors and ancillary rooms and emptying trash and linen.
• * Reprocesses instruments and equipment according to established guidelines. Operates sterilizers and steris, wraps supplies and keeps sterilization records. Follows appropriate technique for the handling of specialty instruments and scopes. Performs testing of and maintains records for a variety of equipment within the perioperative area.
• * Takes inventory of supplies and maintains adequate stock levels. Performs receiving and distribution functions. Checks emergency case carts. Obtains and transports equipment and supplies to rooms as required.
• * Transports patients, supplies, equipment and specimens as directed.
• * Attends codes and/or emergencies in all areas.
• Performs related duties, as required.

*ADA Essential Functions

Job Qualification

• High School Diploma or equivalent, required.
• Must successfully complete training program.
• Prior experience working in a hospital environment, preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively, and follow written and/or oral instructions. Ability to be well organized and work under high pressure required.

*Additional Salary Detail

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future.When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).