Surgery Aide

Responsibilities
Picking of cases
Provide assistance to RN and ORT/scrub in preparation of the operating room for surgical cases.
Provides care to the peri-operative patient under the direct supervision of the OR RN
Maintains operating room environmental standards according to recommended practices to ensure a safe, supportive environment for staff, medical staff and patient.
Additional Duties
Maintain good working relationship with surgical staff, sterile processing staff and surgeons.
Maintains open communication with OR front desk as to flow of surgical cases.
Takes initiative to keep up with OR schedule as to assist in quick efficient turnover of all surgical cases.
Attends all AM and PM OR Huddles to keep apprised of changes, needs, etc. of the surgical cases.

Qualifications
Minimum Education / Licensure / Certifications

Education:

Required: High School Diploma
Desired: GED
Minimum Experience

Required Training/Education/Experience/Certification:

Minimum one year recent experience in OR materials management and/or SPD in an acute care hospital.
Basic knowledge of AORN standards.
Desired Training/Education/Experience/Certification:

SPD or ORT certification.
Current BLS certification
Other Skills

Must be able to follow instructions, work quickly and accurately in a fast paced environment.
Must be independent in role, and autonomous in daily tasks; minimal supervision provided.
Analytical and grammatical skills are necessary to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing.
Organizational and multi-tasking skills are essential.
Must be fluent in spoken and written English.
Must be able to fulfill the essential functions of the position.