Or Aide

**Posting Period**:

Open: February 21, 2023
Deadline: February 28, 2023

UNIFOR

This position is covered by a collective agreement.

**Department Name**:
University Hospital Operating Room

The Operating Room Aide, reporting to the Service Coordinator of the Operating Room, is responsible for the activities required in supporting clinical care during and between patient cases in the operating room. This includes the appropriate room preparation/cleaning at the beginning and between patient cases, and the facilitation of the appropriate equipment and supplies. As well, this role includes materials management (stocking) activities.The role is a member of the interprofessional team.

Regular Full-time

Rate of Pay: $25.65 per hour - $26.75 per hour

**Qualifications**:

- Successful completion of a Secondary School Diploma or equivalent
- Previous experience working in an Operating Room, Sterile Processing Department (SPD/CSR), and Acute Healthcare Delivery System is preferred
- Basic computer and keyboarding skills: Windows Environment, Netscape/Internet, and Outlook
- Ability to read, write, comprehend and communicate effectively in English
- Must be able to meet the physical requirements of the position
- Customer focused with a service-oriented attitude
- Demonstrated excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated ability to interact positively and effectively with patients, public and staff
- Demonstrated ability to be self-directed and show initiative
- Demonstrated ability to prioritize multiple and changing demands that require attention to detail
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with mínimal supervision
- Demonstrated computer proficiency with Automated Clinical Systems
- Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC’s vision, purpose and values

**Immunization Requirements**:

- Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires will be required to:
Provide vaccination records or proof of immunity against measles, mumps, rubella and varicella (chicken pox), Hepatitis B, Tetanus/ Diphtheria/Polio; Meningitis;
Provide documentation of the Tuberculosis skin testing (two step);
Provide proof of Health Canada-approved COVID-19 vaccination reflective of Ontario Health’s current definition of being fully vaccinated

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that a reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.

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