Operating Room Assistant BWH, Auckland

Job Description Responsible for ensuring excellent patient care, maintaining safety standards, and providing medical assistance in the operating room. Does this position require Patient Care? Yes Essential Functions Promotes a philosophy of patient/family focused care through cordial greeting and interactions with patient, families, and hospital personnel.Provides hospital/unit orientation information for guests, patients, and families. Demonstrates an awareness of hospital systems and procedures, location of all departments, procedure areas, and other patient services. Refers patients, families, and others to appropriate resources. Independently transports and assists in the transfer of patients.Properly identifies patients utilizing 2 approved identifiers. Ensures safety and support measures in patient transfer (e.g., bedrails raised, patient covered with blanket and warm). Is aware of special precautions in transferring patients with precautions. Education High School Diploma or Equivalent requiredExperience Medical Office/Hospital/Managed Care Experience 1 year preferred, and Operating Room Experience 1 year preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Must be able to comprehend written directions for mixing cleaning supplies and ordering supplies. Must be aware of proper body mechanics when assisting in patient transfer and lifting of heavy objects.Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with other healthcare members. Ability to work collaboratively with the surgical team. Must constantly be alert and attentive to the progress of the O.R. schedule to meet tight deadlines. Note: The hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to various protected statuses. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for individuals with disabilities.#J-18808-Ljbffr