What are the responsibilities and job description for the Operating Room Assistant - Surgical Support Specialist position at Fairview Health Services?
About Our Operating Rooms
Fairview Health Services is a leading nonprofit healthcare provider that offers a network of services.
We combine the University of Minnesota's clinical innovation and training with Fairview's extensive community medicine roots.
Job Summary
This role involves supporting surgical procedures by preparing operating rooms, arranging instruments for surgeons, and maintaining a sterile environment under the guidance of a Registered Nurse.
The successful candidate will play a crucial role in supporting the surgical team and ensuring the safety and efficiency of our operating rooms.
Responsibilities
- Surgical Preparation: Supply necessary instruments, suture, and specialty items.
- Aseptic Technique: Maintain aseptic technique during all sterile procedures.
- Specimen Handling: Ensure accurate identification and handling of specimens.
- Sterile Count: Count all required sponges, sharps, and instruments.
- Supply Management: Assure availability and accurate functioning of supplies and equipment.
- Clinical Judgment: Modify clinical interventions based on population served.
- Culture Development: Nurture a culture of improvement, efficiency, and innovative thinking.
- Surgeon Support: Anticipate the surgeon's needs.
- Emergency Response: Follow appropriate action in emergency situations.
Qualifications
- Education: Complete one of the following by hire date: Military Surgical Assistant, LPN (licensed in MN) Surgical Assistant, or Surgical Technologist training.
- Certification: Basic Life Support (BLS) through Health Care Providers or ability to obtain by hire date.
Preferred Qualifications
- Education: Graduate from an accredited Surgical Technologist program.
- Certification: AST certification or certification eligible at time of hire.
- Experience: 1-3 years of surgical tech experience.
Other Required Skills
- Clinical Knowledge: Knowledge of physical, psychosocial, and cognitive developmental needs of population served.
- Age-Specific Care: Knowledge of age-appropriate outcomes and interventions.
Desired Skills
- Communication: Excellent communication skills.
- Teamwork: Ability to work well under a team environment.
- Time Management: The ability to prioritize and multi-task in a complex work environment.
