Operating Room Assistant and Sterile Supply Technician
Maine Medical Center
Portland, ME
Full Time
MaineHealth is seeking an Operating Room Assistant and Sterile Supply Technicians to join their team in Portland, ME!
Operating Room Assistant - $3,000 Sign on Bonus
Under supervision of Operating Room Manager and following established procedures, assists with the care of the patient in the Operating Room by transporting and lifting/positioning for surgery.
Cleaning and assisting in Operating Room turnovers and by performing general errands as required by team leader and charge nurses. Maintains general cleanliness and maintenance of the department.
Opportunity for advancement to Level II after 6 months.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Education:High School Diploma or equivalent preferredwith two years of work experience.
Ability to anticipate, prioritize and coordinate work in a high stress, fast paced environment required.
Involves responding to emergency situations and tight schedules
Read, write, and understand well enough to perform duties effectively. Interpersonal skills necessary to deal courteously with patients, coworkers, diverse groups of O.R. personnel and multiple nursing unit personnel.
Basic computer knowledge preferred.
Willingness to work on rotating schedule.
Requires 3 to 6 weeks of on the job training in order to become familiar with:
Physical plant and operating room procedures including
Principals of asepsis
Operation of OR beds and equipment
Case cart checking procedures
Names of surgical instruments and equipment
Safe handling of oxygen tanks
Sterile Supply Technician - $2,000 Sign on Bonus
Responsible for the preparation of standard and special instrument kits for the operating room as well as all nursing units and outside subsidiaries. Sorts, inspects, and assembles instruments for specific areas. Inspects all instruments for damage; tests special air power instruments and performs minor maintenance.
Packages and wraps instruments for the operating room, nursing units and outside subsidiaries as well as pulmonary and anesthesia equipment and supplies for processing. May operate specialized sterilizing equipment. Responsible for established procedures and techniques.
Must reach Sterile Supply tech II status between six (6) months and one (1) year after hire date by passing the appropriate competency exam(s).
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
Education:Ability to read, write and perform arithmetic calculations in order to complete records, charges, and logs; basic knowledge of biology to understand infection control and medical terminology; and general educational development necessary to comprehend and implement complex procedures related to instrument sterilization and packaging at a level normally acquired through completion of a high school education.
Knowledge of instrument decontamination, sterilization, and packaging procedures; and ability to identify large variety of instruments and patient care equipment at a level normally acquired through twelve months on-the-job training.
Manual dexterity is necessary to grasp and handle a variety of small, delicate instruments and sound eye-hand coordination in order to adjust and assemble instruments and equipment.
Physical abilities necessary to walk and stand almost constantly and to frequently lift and carry trays and supplies weighing up to twenty-five pounds.
Communication skills necessary to work well with others and respond to requests from internal and external customers.
For more information and to apply, please visit: https://www.careersatmainehealth.org/search/professional-clinical-maine-medical-center-entry-level/jobs/in/portland?cfm18=Spotlight&gloc=1
About MaineHealth:
MaineHealth is a not-for-profit integrated health system whose vision is, “Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America.” MaineHealth consists of nine local health systems, a comprehensive behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and 1,700 employed clinicians working together through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With approximately 22,000 care team members, MaineHealth provides preventive care, diagnosis, and treatment to 1.1 million residents in Maine and New Hampshire. Learn more about our system atmainehealth.org
At MaineHealth, we offer benefits that support an individual's needs for today and flexibility to plan for tomorrow. Our packages include health and dental insurances, paid parental leave, retirement program, generous paid time off, and much more! Our comprehensive array of benefits is competitive, affordable, and includes choices that meet specific, but ever-changing, needs.
With a career at any of the MaineHealth locations, you’ll be working with health care professionals that truly value the people around them – both within the walls of the organization and the neighborhoods that surround it. We are deeply invested in the well-being of our communities and care for team members. We believe in fostering a work environment of strong commitment, compassionate caring, and continuous improvement. Join us, and your abilities will be challenged and enhanced as you take your career to a new level.
MaineHealth values diversity and is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Federal and state laws prohibit discrimination in employment because of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.
