Operating Room Assistant

OVERVIEW

Supports surgical and patient care teams by assisting with sterile procedures, preparing supplies and equipment, maintaining a clean and safe environment, and helping ensure efficient patient care throughout the department. This role works closely with surgical staff to support procedures, respond to patient needs, manage supplies, and participate in quality improvement initiatives.

Schedule : 30 hours per week

Shift : 8am-2pm

Location : Mercyhealth Hospital and Medical Center - Walworth, Lake Geneva, IL

Pay Range: $16.89-24.49

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provides patient care activities as assigned and per routine, according to standards of care, shift routines, and policies and procedures.

• Performs skills classified under sterile technique with supervision of a ORA (Level 2 or higher), Scrub Tech, or RN to determine correct sterility.

• Examples including by not limited to, retractor, limb and camera holding under physician direction. Sterile supply opening and surgical skin preparation.

• Answers call lights in a timely manner.

• Documents care activities provided according to standards.

• Maintains a clean work and patient environment.

• Maintains supplies, including stocking and ordering new supplies and disposing of expired or damaged supplies.

• Floats to various units based on identified needs.

• Participates in department or unit quality improvement activities.

Culture of Excellence Behavior Expectations

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following behavior expectations:

Quality - Follows policies and procedures; adapts to and manages changes in the environment; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness giving attention to details; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Manages time and prioritizes effectively to achieve organizational goals.

Service - Responds promptly to requests for service and assistance; Follows the Mercyhealth Critical Moments of service; Meets commitments; Abides by MH confidentiality and security agreement; Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; and effectively communicates information to partners; Thinks system wide regarding processes and functions.

Partnering - Shows commitment to the Mission of Mercyhealth and Culture of Excellence through all words and actions; Exhibits objectivity and openness to other's views; Demonstrates a high level of participation and engagement in day-to-day work; Gives and welcomes feedback; Generates suggestions for improving work: Embraces teamwork, supports and encourages positive change while giving value to individuals.

Cost - Conserves organization resources; Understands fiscal responsibility; Works within approved budget; Develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue.

Education and Experience

High School diploma or equivalent.

Certification and Licensure

Completion of Mercyhealth patient assistant orientation/competency required.
Approved CPR or BLS certification required within 90 days.

Skills and Abilities
Must show patience and ability to remain calm.
Ability to treat patients with dignity and respect.

Level of Supervision

The Special Physical Demands are considered Essential Job Functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodations. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and use hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to sit; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl, taste, and smell. The employee must frequently lift up to 10 pounds, regularly lift up to 25 pounds, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception.

PAY RANGE:

$16.89 - $24.49

Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision

• Life & Disability Insurance

• FSA/HSA Options

• Generous, accruing paid time off

• Paid Parental and caregiver leave

• Career advancement and educational opportunities

• Tuition and certification reimbursement

• Certification Reimbursement

• Well-being Programs

• Employee Discounts

• On-Demand Pay

• Financial Education

• Annual recognition/awards events

• Partner appreciation days

• Family entertainment/attractions discount

• Community service/improvement opportunities

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At Mercyhealth, we don't simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin.

Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including:

• #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50

• One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers

• A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women