OR Assistant I - Surgical Services

DescriptionSummary: Ancillary member of surgical team who provides direct and indirect patient care and support. Takes initiative in ordering and re-stocking supplies, caring and handling of instruments and equipment. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.Transports patients, assists with holding area functions.Assists nursing staff with room turnover and setup as delegated by licensed and certified staff.Obtains necessary equipment, positioning aides, furniture, and supplies for next case.Follows proper universal infection control techniques.Performs morning, daily, and weekly routines for cleaning of lights, autoclaves, room furniture, staff areas, outdating of supplies and equipment.Participates in quality management programs as assigned.Adjust work priorities to accommodate cancellations and urgent/emergent cases.Returns supplies and equipment to appropriate storage spaces.Performs between cases cleanups.Maintains and restocks solution carts, plaster cart, sub sterile areas, linen, special orders, and areas assigned.Communicates courteously with Central Supply, Sterile Processing, and ancillary departments to obtain necessary supplies in a timely manner.Takes call as assigned.Asks questions and seeks new experiences to better understand department. Requirements: Education/Skills High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience One-year experience in an acute care hospital setting or health care environment preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS certification is required within six months of hire. In accordance with the CHRISTUS Health License, Certification and Registration Verification Policy, all Associates are required to obtain the required certifications for their respective positions within the designated time frame. Work Schedule: MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE Work Type: Full Time Additional Information: - Specialty: Nursing Assistant - Location: Santa Fe, New Mexico, United States - Contact: About the Company: CHRISTUS Health is an international Catholic, faith-based, not-for-profit health system comprised of more than 600 services and facilities, including more than 60 hospitals and long-term care facilities, 350 clinics and outpatient centers, and dozens of other health ministries and ventures. Sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of the Incarnate Word in Houston and San Antonio and the Sisters of the Holy Family of Nazareth, the mission of CHRISTUS Health is to extend the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. To support our healthcare ministry, CHRISTUS Health employs approximately 45,000 Associates and has more than 15,000 physicians on staff who provide care and support for patients. CHRISTUS Health is listed among the top ten largest Catholic health systems in the United States. EXTENDING THE HEALING MINISTRY OF JESUS CHRIST We are inspired by our mission, vision and core values to deliver compassionate, high quality health care, improving the health of the communities we serve. Above all, we are committed to providing our customers and their family members with a truly unique healing experience, one that embodies our values and respects the dignity and worth of each person. Creating a health care system that is truly excellent in all areas is an ongoing effort.