Operating Room Assistant

Experience the highest level of appreciation at UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center — named Top Workplace in the Baltimore area by The Baltimore Sun two years in a row (2019 & 2020); Top Workplace in the USA for 2021!  As part of the acclaimed University of Maryland Medical System, our facility is one of three ANCC Pathway to Excellence® designated hospitals in Maryland. UM BWMC features one of the state’s busiest emergency departments, as well as a team of experts who care for our community and one another.  The University of Maryland Baltimore Washington Medical Center (UMBWMC) provides the highest quality health care services to the communities we serve. Our medical center is home to leading-edge technology, nationally recognized quality, personalized service and outstanding people. We have 285 licensed beds and we’re home to 3,200 employees and over 800 physicians. Our expert physicians and experienced, compassionate staff are connected to medical practices in the local community as well as at University of Maryland Medical Center in downtown Baltimore. For patients, this means access to high-quality care and research discoveries aimed at improving Maryland’s health.  Our physicians and nursing staff specialize in emergency, acute, medical-surgical and critical care. In addition, our medical center is home to many Centers of Excellence, offering expert outpatient health care.

General Summary

• Under frequent supervision, the Operating Room Assistant is a multi-skilled individual who will spend the vast majority of time performing Operating Room turnovers, transporting patients, supplies and equipment.

Mission

• All employees are responsible for extending the mission and values of Baltimore Washington Medical Center by dedicating oneself to providing the highest quality healthcare services to the communities we serve.

Reporting Relationships

• Reports to Manager of patient care unit to which assigned or designated Team Leader RN.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Basic Life Support- CPR Certified

Working Conditions

• Works inside, in a clean well-lighted environment. May be exposed to frequent interruptions and multiple crisis situations. Potential for regular exposure to communicable diseases and hazardous materials, such as chemicals and cleaning agents, requiring the observation of Standard (Universal) Precautions and safe handling practices. May be physically and verbally abused by patients. Expected to work on rotating shifts including weekends and holidays as necessary. May be expected to work on other than regular Unit to provide adequate staffing, if the need arises. Participates in temporary assignment measures of Department of Nursing. This position has been classified as medium exposure risk and requires the completion of an annual respirator mask fitting.

Physical Requirements

• Standing, sitting, bending, and walking is required three (3) to five (5) hours/shift. Involves heavy lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling of patients and equipment weighing in excess of one hundred 100 lbs in accordance with Safe Patient Lifting policy. Fingering, reaching for, grasping, and handling equipment/supplies zero (0) to three (3) hours/shift. Requires hearing/listening to differentiate sounds three (3) to five (5) hours/shift. Visual acuity is necessary to read charts, document, and use various instruments/equipment zero (0) to three (3) hours/shift. Requires appropriate listening and speaking skills to converse with patients, staff, visitors, and physicians zero (0) to three (3) hours/shift.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.