OrthoNebraska is adding an Operating Room Assistant (ORA) to our Surgery team!

The Surgery team environment is fast paced and well organized in taking care of the needs of our orthopaedic community.

Our top priorities are focusing on patient safety as well as patient satisfaction.

Teamwork is paramount as we are dedicated to Always True in promoting trust, respect, understanding and engagement with all team members.

If this sounds like the type of team and environment you want to be a part of apply today!

Status	Full-Time
Shift	Days
FTE / Hours	1.0 / 40
Schedule	M - F with shifts falling between 6:30am - 8:00pm

Department/Position Details:

Uses aseptic technique when working in or around sterile field.
Assists circulating nurse with transporting and proper positioning of patients in the operating room.
Obtains/transports supplies, specimens, blood and lab work as directed by the circulator during surgical procedures
Assists circulator with preparation of surgical site.
Performs between-case clean-up in operating room.
Maintains adequate stock of supplies to support daily operations in the surgical suites
Sets high standards of performance for self and others.
Uses communication skills to achieve the desired outcomes and is perceived as satisfying and acceptable by those involved promoting teamwork.
Maintains a functional, safe and clean environment in the operating room.
Support quality and cost effective care.
Promotes the team concept by demonstrating commitment and involvement among co-workers and other members of the health care professionals.
Maintains professional appearance, behavior and work environment.
Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.
Enhances personal and professional development.
Maintains anesthesia supply stock in anesthesia carts
Comply with safety activities, policies and procedures and regulatory requirements such as OSHA and The Joint Commission
Employee is responsible for all other duties as assigned for which competency has been demonstrated.

Position Requirements:

Education:

Experience:

Preferred clinical experience of at least one year in accredited hospital with OR experience.

Physical:

This position is classified as Medium Work in the Dictionary of Occupational Titles, requiring the exertion of 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Physical Demand requirements are in excess of those for Light Work.