Surgery Center in the Bronx is looking for an Operating Room Attendant/Medical Assistant

The Operating Room Assistants, also known as ORA, provide a combination of janitorial and patient care services assisting with the preparation and turnover of daily surgical procedures in conjunction with other members of the surgical team. They also ensure that the operating rooms are cleaned before, during and after surgery.

• Prepares the operating room at the beginning of the day by sanitizing all flat surfaces and equipment using special cleaners known as germicides.
• Assists the surgical team n positioning patients.
• Sweep and mop floors between surgical procedures; more often if necessary.
• Assists in transferring patients from the operating room bed to the recovery stretchers and cleans the operating room for the next procedure.
• Changing bed sheets between surgical procedures.
• Responsible for the management of linen and scrub attire.
• Assists the Materials Manager with inventory receiving and controls.
• May be asked to assist clinical staff in picking cases for future surgical procedures.

REQUIREMENTS:

EDUCATION:

• High School Diploma
• Proficiency and understanding of basic medical terminology
• BLS preferred

ACCOUNTABILITY:

• Compiles with the facility's time and attendance policy.
• Promotes teamwork between people, departments and services.
• Uses effective communication skills to create a culture of collaboration and respect.
• Accepts suggestions and feedback from others.
• Adheres to the professional standards set forth in the Employee Handbook.

SPECIAL SKILLS:

• Attention to detail is an important skill to provide a clean environment and may also be responsible for sterilizing medical equipment.

SPECIAL WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• May be exposed to infectious diseases.
• Standing/walking for more than half of the day.
• Frequently bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting, lifting.
• Sufficient mobility and strength to move throughout department and lift heavy items weighing up to 50 pounds. Pushing and pulling patient stretchers and wire/metal supply carts.
• Heavy lifting or ending associated with the movement or lifting of patients.
• May be required to wear personal protective equipment when required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Bronx, NY 10467: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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