Operating Room Assistant 3

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 direction of the Perioperative Support Services Manager and or Supervisor or Clinical Nursing Manager, performs all phases of between case surgical room cleaning, restocking and maintenance of basic supplies, post mortem care, positioning and transport of patients, care and handling of blood/specimens and routine cleaning of assigned areas all in accordance with Hospital and Departmental standards. The Operating Room Associate III will ensure compliance of hospital, regulatory and departmental standards. They will perform various Quality Assurance initiatives such as assuming the lead phone, auditor role, and assignment roster as well as assuming the role of Rover Dispatcher or Facilitator. They will assist with department training of new and current staff.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

• 1. Performs technical duties which contribute to a clean and safe, effective and efficient patient care environment.
• 1.1 Performs cleaning functions in assigned areas following established schedules and using prescribed methods.
• 2. Basic Supply Management
• 2.1 Responsible for daily receiving and stocking basic supplies as ordered through Lawson Lid, RSS and PDAD purchasing applications
• 3. Patient Transport/Positioning and Quality of Care
• 3.1 Provides physical assistance to Perioperative staff performing patient care transport and positioning of patients as required utilizing proper body mechanics.
• 4. Personal Effectiveness/Accountability
• 4.1 Values constructive criticism and modifies behaviors accordingly.
• 5. Performs various Quality Assurance functions for the purpose of improving services within the Department
• 5.1 Assumes Leadership responsibility in the Supervisor absence.
• 6. Performs Technical Duties
• 6.1 Pulls cases in timely manner according to physician preference card using EPIC and pick sheet.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

High School graduate or equivalent required. Successful completion of YNHH in house Perioperative Support Associate training certificate Operating Room Associate II required.

EXPERIENCE

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. Casual and part time employees who work at least 1000 hours can use hours toward needed accrual months of experience.

SPECIAL SKILLS

Must possess knowledge of OR clinical equipment and systems, policies, operations and information systems. Proficiency and demonstrated effectiveness in analytical thinking and problem solving. Highly effective verbal and written communication skill required. Experience with software applications, specifically Microsoft Word and Excel.

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

199724