Operating Room Assistant - Pediatric Operating Room Augusta
Wellstar Health System
Summary
The ORA is responsible for cleaning and terminal cleaning of the OR, PACU, and other assigned locations. This position is an integral part to support the model of care for inpatients and outpatients undergoing surgical procedures. The ORA is expected to assist with the daily operational flow to aide and assist the OR team in the delivery of patient care and efficiency of the unit. Functions under the supervision of the ORA Supervisor and OR leadership.
Job description
Job Summary
The ORA is responsible for cleaning and terminal cleaning of the OR, PACU, and other assigned locations. This position is an integral part to support the model of care for inpatients and outpatients undergoing surgical procedures. The ORA is expected to assist with the daily operational flow to aide and assist the OR team in the delivery of patient care and efficiency of the unit. Functions under the supervision of the ORA Supervisor and OR leadership.
Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions
- Performs general and terminal cleaning in the OR and other assigned areas daily, between procedures, and when required due to protocols of organization and IC. Maintains a clean and orderly environment in the OR.
- Assists with OR procedures by gathering appropriate equipment and positioning devices required. Responsible for reporting equipment and positioning devices that are in need of repair.
- Orders and stocks OR suites and general areas with linens and supplies. Restocks various specialty carts as assigned, if trained.
- Transports carts, instruments, supplies and equipment to various departments as assigned. Transports blood/blood products, specimens, and patients as directed.
- Adheres to attendance policy and OR attire policy. Maintains annual training requirements. Accepts direction. Follows written and verbal instructions promptly and accurately.
- Performs other duties as assigned
- Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct.
Required Minimum Education
High School Diploma / GED General
Required Minimum Experience
Minimum one year of experience in environmental services is preferred.
Required Minimum Skills
- Must be able to read and write to comprehend written and oral instructions
- Ability to work independently
- Interpersonal skills
- Must have ability to operate standard cleaning devices within safety compliance guidelines
- Knowledge of aseptic technique and universal precautions
Requirements
- High School Diploma / GED
- Must be able to read and write to comprehend written and oral instructions
- Ability to work independently
- Interpersonal skills
- Ability to operate standard cleaning devices within safety compliance guidelines
- Knowledge of aseptic technique and universal precautions
- Minimum one year of experience in environmental services is preferred
Company overview
Wellstar Health System is one of Georgia's largest and most comprehensive integrated healthcare systems, founded in 1993 and headquartered in Marietta, Georgia. As a non-profit health system, Wellstar operates with a mission to enhance the health and well-being of every person it serves through its PeopleCare approach. The system employs approximately 29,469 to 33,000 team members across multiple hospitals, health parks, medical offices, outpatient centers, pediatric centers, nursing facilities, and hospice and home care services. Wellstar is nationally recognized for operating Georgia's largest integrated trauma network and features the second-largest Emergency Department in the United States. The organization provides more than $1 billion annually in charity care and community programs, demonstrating its commitment to community health. Wellstar has earned numerous accolades including recognition on Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For, Best Workplaces in Health Care, and PEOPLE Companies that Care lists. The system embraces innovation through its venture firm Catalyst by Wellstar, which nurtures early-stage healthcare companies, and maintains academic partnerships with institutions like the Medical College of Georgia for caregiver training. With specialties spanning cardiovascular care, oncology, women's health, pediatrics, musculoskeletal services, and numerous other medical disciplines, Wellstar delivers comprehensive healthcare across all stages of life.