Periop Assistant - OR Surgical Aide

Summary

Responsible for assisting with the physical preparation of the patient and physical environment prior to a surgical procedure being performed.

• Provides assistant level care to Surgical Services patients within unit specific defined limits.
• Transports patients to and from assigned room and assists with the preparation and positioning of the patient prior to surgical procedure.
• Assists with preparation of the physical environment prior to surgical procedure, cleaning the room using prescribed sterile techniques, ensuring the maintenance of a clean and organized environment.
• Checks and maintains appropriate levels of surgical gowns, masks, cleaning supplies, and other for the department.
• Follows channels of communication for effective problem solving.

High School Diploma or Equivalent required.

Can this role accept experience in lieu of a degree? No.

None required.

Medical Office/Hospital/Managed Care Experience 1‑2 years required.

• Ability to read and communicate effectively.
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Must be self‑directed and able to make independent decisions.
• Willingness to accept new ideas and work under stressful conditions.
• Knowledge of medical terminology and understanding of surgical processes and procedures.

• Standing Frequently (34‑66%)
• Walking Frequently (34‑66%)
• Sitting Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Lifting Frequently (34‑66%) 35lbs+ (w/assisted device)
• Carrying Frequently (34‑66%) 20lbs - 35lbs
• Pushing Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Pulling Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Climbing Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Balancing Frequently (34‑66%)
• Stooping Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Kneeling Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Crouching Occasionally (3‑33%)
• Crawling Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Reaching Frequently (34‑66%)
• Gross Manipulation (Handling) Frequently (34‑66%)
• Fine Manipulation (Fingering) Frequently (34‑66%)
• Feeling Constantly (67‑100%)
• Foot Use Rarely (Less than 2%)
• Vision - Far Constantly (67‑100%)
• Vision - Near Constantly (67‑100%)
• Talking Constantly (67‑100%)
• Hearing Constantly (67‑100%)

Wentworth‑Douglass Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.