Surgery OR Assistant
- Requisition ID
- 188238
- Department
- 200201 Surgery General
- Schedule
- Full Time - Eligible for Benefits
- Shift
- Day
- Category
- Services & Trade
Position Purpose
This position assists with the perioperative care in a technical support staff function.
Nature and Scope
This position serves a patient population of Neonatal, Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, and Geriatric.
This position works with and adapts to the different needs and requests of the management staff, circulating nurse, anesthesiologists, and surgeons.
This position assists the surgical team in the set-up and breakdown of equipment required before, during, and after each procedure, and reports any equipment malfunctions to the circulating nurse or Surgical Supervisor. This position sets up (but does not operate) the following equipment: anesthesia machine, monitoring equipment, Bovie machine, suctions, craniotomy table, ortho tables, microscopes, tanks, and operating lights, and other related equipment. This position may be trained in operating surgical lasers under the supervision of the laser safety officer or laser liaison. The incumbent will assist in room turnover process by removing used supplies, cleaning surfaces, checking/replacing sharps containers, discarding trash, and restocking of supplies. Accurately displays knowledge of traffic control patterns, aseptic technique, and assists in creating/maintaining a sterile field. Will assist with proper patient positioning, following direction accurately. The incumbent will assist in the transporting of patients to and from the surgical suite using appropriate precautions for patient safety. Regularly takes initiative to clean and appropriately restock ORs and sub sterile areas. Will assist in the transport of non-controlled drugs, specimens and blood products in a timely manner. Consistently demonstrates a working knowledge of standard precautions to include protective devices. The incumbent accurately performs initial troubleshooting of dysfunctional equipment and exchange equipment whenever necessary. Properly labels and reports broken equipment to the appropriate person for repair.
At South Meadows location only, for departments 400201 and 400340, the incumbent will assist with proper surgical scrub and basic understanding of holding retractors during orthopedic surgeries and will be done when under the direct supervision of the surgical tech and surgeon only.
It is common to encounter potential hazards in the healthcare environment. Some of these hazards could include, but are not limited to radiation, toxic chemicals, biological hazards, heat, noise, dust and stress. Renown Health has a Safety Management Program in place that addresses these issues.
Other related duties, flexible hours, and overtime may be required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Demonstrates behavior consistent with the RENOWN HEALTH Standards of Conduct.
- Basic hand-eye coordination.
- Skills for function as a member of the surgical team and perform duties learned through an orientation.
- Functional knowledge of anatomy, surgical procedures, and equipment.
- Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care, based on physical, motor/sensory, psychosocial, and safety appropriate to the age of the patients served.
This position does provide patient care
Disclaimer
The foregoing description is not intended to be, and should not be construed as, an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.
Minimum Qualifications
Requirements - Required and/or Preferred
Name | Description |
|---|---|
Education: | Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English sufficiently to perform job duties safely and effectively. |
Experience: | One-year clinical experience in a medical field preferred. Medical terminology preferred. |
License(s): | None |
Certification(s): | Heartsaver CPR with AED required within the first 90 days of employment. |
Computer / Typing: | Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and Word and have the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc. |
Benefits
Renown Health exists to make a genuine difference in the health and well-being of the people and communities we serve. And it is through your passion that this mission is made real every day. The relationship with employees is the foundation for success as we proceed with our strategic direction. We strive to build upon this solid partnership by offering a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that meets the diverse needs of employees and their family members.
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Paid Time Off
401(k) Company Match
Flexible Work Environment
Renown Health is northern Nevada's healthcare leader and Reno's only locally owned, not-for-profit health system. We are an entire network of hospitals, primary care offices, urgent care centers, lab services, medical specialties, and x-ray and imaging services - with more than 7,000 nurses, doctors and care providers dedicated to the health and well-being of our community.
For Providers: Renown Health and the University of Nevada, Reno School of Medicine (UNR Med) are affiliate partners in Nevada's first integrated academic health system. The affiliation aims to improve the health of the community, region, and state through research, medical education, and expanded clinical care. Renown physicians participate as joint faculty at UNR Med for teaching, lectures, supervising clinical rotations, and other academic activities for the education of medical and physician assistant students, residents and fellows.