Or Assistant

**Job Description**:
OR Assistant

The OR Assistant will work closely with the OR staff in each Operating Room. Requires understanding of surgical preference cards and co-ordination of room set-up with Perioperative Staff to maintain equipment and resources required for surgical procedures.

Will perform a broad range of duties including but not limited to stock management of surgical supplies, assisting with patient flow, assisting with position of patients under direction of the OR team, set up of all surgical suites with positioning and procedural equipment, and perform additional duties as assigned to contribute to patient safety and flow.

**Education**:

- Grade 12 education essential
- Knowledge of medical terminology an asset
- CSAO certification or equivalent an asset
- OR Assistant course or equivalent an asset

**Experience**:

- Previous experience working in an Operating Room environment is beneficial
- Knowledge of Operating Room equipment, devices, and processes an asset
- Experience with aseptic technique and cleaning of sterile areas is required
- Must be able to function independently and as team member.
- Must be able to prioritize and work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
- Ability and experience demonstrated through positive attendance, performance appraisals and work history

Competencies:

- Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality essential
- Demonstrated ability to work independently
- Demonstrated ability to work co-operatively in a team setting
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with others and strong interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to maintain professional manner at all times, demonstrating flexibility, sound judgment and adaptability in decision making, problem solving and team building to function as an effective team member

Areas of Work Include: Birthing Unit Operating Rooms, Endoscopy, and Main Operating Rooms