Operating Room Associate

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Under the general direction of the perioperative support service ORA Supervisors or Manager or Clinical Service Manager and in cooperation with all the members of the patient care teams, performs a wide range of customer relations, environmental, patient care, and supply functions to fully support patient care activities. Although it is necessary to identify specific tasks relating to this position, the overriding responsibility is to integrate this role into the patient care model to ensure that the patient care team works for the good of the patient: other specific tasks may be added or deleted from the day -to-day operationalization of this position, as the patient care team adapts to the daily needs of the patients we serve . Demonstrates an outstanding commitment to excellent customer service. Patient and family centered care (PFCC) at YNHH is demonstrated by working with patients and their families based on the 4 principles of PFCC: participation, dignity and respect, information sharing, and collaboration. This includes providing service excellence by creating a great "First Impression" by demonstrating exemplary customer service skills for all customer groups including patients, families/friends, physicians, staff and support department personnel. Adheres to the "I Am YNHH" service excellence pledge and promotes a positive work environment.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

• 1. Provides physical assistance to nursing staff performing patient care and transports patients throughout the hospital as needed.
• 1.1 Uses proper patient positioning techniques and equipment correctly while moving or transporting patients.
• 2. Performs cleaning tasks and responsibilities to ensure the sanitary condition of the L & B and the O.R.
• 2.1 Sets up cleaning equipment and readiness for use with necessary supplies at the beginning of each shift.
• 3. Meets established standards for the maintenance and transportation, cleaning, inventory and control of all medical-surgical equipment.
• 3.1 In OBS, maintains par levels of all medical-surgical equipment. Locates and returns all equipment which is missing from the L & B Unit and O.R.
• 4. Maintains supply inventory in all areas and provides essential errand services for the O.R. and the L & B Unit.
• 4.1 Inventories and stocks all areas according to established par levels with 00% accuracy (e.g. LBR's, all supply closets, blanket warming closets, universal precaution stations, O.R., etc).
• 5. Maintains competency in areas of responsibility and participates in Unit activities that promote a cohesive team.
• 5.1 Completes on line mandatory continuing education classes as required. Ensure annual PPD is current.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

High School graduate or equivalent required.

EXPERIENCE

number of years and type required to meet an acceptable level of performance): Two (2) to three (3) years experience preferred in a service oriented department, preferably within the healthcare industry. Ability to adapt within a fast paced customer service environment. Knowledge of Perioperative Services department operations highly desired. Minimum eighteen months of experience in the Operating Room Associate position at Yale-New Haven Hospital.

LICENSURE

N/A

SPECIAL SKILLS

Heavy lifting ability. Physical stamina. Good interpersonal and communication skills. Proven organizational skills and ability to act proactively in performing job responsibilities. Friendly and cooperative attitude with patients and team members.

PHYSICAL DEMAND

Must be able to lift a minimum of 40 pounds. Ability to perform tasks of physical endurance and dexterity as required. Consistent use of proper body mechanics. All duties require pushing, pulling, lifting, bending and standing. Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time. Exposure to biohazards and handling of bodily fluids

YNHHS Requisition ID

194656