Operating Room Assistant

At Danbury Hospital, we take great pride in our team members and their passion for providing the best care possible—always with heart. The purpose of the Operating Room Assistant is to perform service functions that support the delivery of patient care in the Operating Room.

Requirements

• Safely transport patients to and from the preoperative and postoperative areas and the operating room, following safety protocols.
• Assist patients with mobility issues, using wheelchairs or stretchers as required.
• Set up and organize the operating room for scheduled surgeries, ensuring all necessary equipment are available and in proper working order.
• Efficiently clean and disinfect the operating room surfaces, equipment, and instruments between surgical cases to ensure a sterile environment.
• Properly handle, and verify documented surgical specimens collected during procedures.
• Ensure that all surgical equipment is appropriately cleaned and stored after each use.
• Stay updated on industry best practices and hospital policies related to operating room procedures and participate in ongoing training and education to enhance skills and knowledge.
• Conduct comprehensive terminal cleaning of the operating room at the end of surgical days or as necessary to maintain hygiene and safety standards.
• Stocks all non-specialty areas including scrub rooms, warmers, linen carts, holding area, turnover supplies, PPE, etc.
• Fulfills all compliance responsibilities related to the position.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance