Job Description

Operating Room Assistant Full-Time Days at Saint Alphonsus Health System summary:

The Operating Room Assistant at Boise Regional Medical Center supports surgical staff by preparing case carts, maintaining cleanliness in the operating rooms, and transporting supplies and equipment. This full-time position includes evening shifts and requires multitasking and strong organizational skills in a fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and experience in healthcare or surgical environments.

Employment Type:

Full time

Shift:

Evening Shift

Description:

We are now hiring for an Operating Room (OR) Assistant at our Boise Regional Medical Center (I-184 and Curtis Road)!

Work Schedule :

• This position will be scheduled 40 hours per week. OR Assistants work Monday – Fridays, either 6:00am – 2:30pm or 11:00am - 7:00pm.

• OR Assistants may be required to take a call shift including 8-hour shifts on Sundays (7am - 3pm) and 24 hour call shifts on holidays.

Position Summary & Highlights:

• The OR Assistant will support the OR staff by preparing and picking surgery case carts, maintain and transport supplies and equipment, and provide housekeeping services.
• Saint Alphonsus Health System offers a full range of surgical services, including both inpatient and outpatient surgery serving in communities from Southwest Idaho to Southeast Oregon.
• Our dedicated team of surgeons utilize the most advanced technology to deliver the highest quality of care for all types of patients including the critically ill and injured with the only Level II Trauma Center in the region.

What Will You Do :

• Support staff by preparing case carts that include all necessary surgery supplies, suture, and equipment based on surgeon's preference.
• Clean and turnover operating rooms including all equipment, bed, floor, appliances, and overhead lights in the ORs or that were used on the particular cases.
• Transport dirty case carts to decontamination area and sends to Sterile Processing on dirty elevator. Logs in specimens and places in appropriate area.
• Transport supplies, specimens, x-rays, blood products, and beds.
• Provide necessary articles for transport, including oxygen tanks, monitors, patient charts, documents, and supplies, and transport recovery beds or patient beds to appropriate rooms.

An ideal candidate will be dependable, have strong organizational skills, ability to multitask and be able to work in a fast-paced environment. 

Minimum Qualifications :

• High school diploma or equivalent required. 
• Experience working in housekeeping, central supply or surgery transportation preferred. 
• Knowledge of surgical instrumentation and supplies preferred. 

Orientation/Training :

• Flexible based on availability. It is highly recommended to orientate and train at least 2 - 3 days/week, until you are fully trained.
• Orientation can be 6 - 8 weeks and new hires are trained in all three service areas (Ortho, Neuro, and General).
• You will meet with the OR Educators typically your first week. They train on equipment, positioning, and body mechanics.

Highlights and Benefits

When Saint Alphonsus takes care of you, you can take better care of our patients. We foster personal and professional growth and offer opportunities that empower our colleagues to develop their careers. Our belief in work-life balance compliments the natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and outdoor recreation lifestyle that is unique to Idaho and Oregon.

• We offer market-competitive pay, generous PTO, and multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one.
• Benefits for your future include retirement planning and matching, college savings plans for your family, and multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop.
• We are proud to offer Employee Assistance Programs, tuition reimbursement, and educational opportunities to help you learn and grow.

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Saint Alphonsus Facility Information :

Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities. The health system boasts 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies, compassionate staff, and healing environments, Saint Alphonsus' goal is to improve the health and well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based.

• Top 15 Health Systems in the country by IBM Watson Health;
• The region’s most advanced Trauma Center (Level II);
• Commission on Cancer Accredited Program through demonstrating an uncompromising commitment to improving patient survival and quality of life.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

 

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.

Keywords:

Operating Room Assistant, surgical services, healthcare support, cleaning and housekeeping, patient transport, case carts, operating room staff, medical assistant, fast-paced environment, Boise Regional Medical Center

Job Tags

Holiday work, Full time, Immediate start, Outdoor, Flexible hours, Shift work, Sunday, Afternoon shift, 2 days per week, 3 days per week, Monday to Friday,

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