Operating Room Assistant - Main OR Westwood

Minimum:

·       Knowledge of Operating Room zones (unrestricted, semi-restricted, and restricted)

·       Knowledge of OR Equipment i.e. beds

·       Knowledge about General Surgery cases regarding equipment, positioning, specific needs, supplies, etc.

·       Knowledge of patient needs based on developmental and chronological age and surgical specialty service (i.e. transport of patient, positioning, etc.).

·       Knowledge of disinfection principles and use of disinfecting agents.

·       Knowledge of basic principles of aseptic technique as applicable (i.e. tying sterile surgical gowns, donning sterile gloves

·       Physical requirements: Ability to lift, carry, push or pull 50lbs. or more. Dexterity to operate equipment.

·       Awareness of potential exposure to injury of hazardous materials. Knowledge of disinfectants germicides, and sterilants.

·       Knowledge of department specialty equipment (name, storage location, use, basic function, and trouble-shooting)

·       Knowledge of infection control, AORN, and AAMI standards related to job function

·       Knowledge of government regulations: JCAHO, OSHA, Waste Management

·       Consistently demonstrates a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Actively participates in Quality Management and PIE programs.

Preferred: Previous Hospital OR experience