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Hospital for Special Surgery Unit Assistant - Main OR Per Diem in New York, New York
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Unit Assistant - Per Diem
As an integral member of perioperative team, the successful Unit Assistant candidate provides assistance with transportation of patients, operating room turnover, delivery of equipment, and related items. Unit Assistants provide key support to the perioperative service.
Responsibilities
Provides support to the multidisciplinary health care team to maintain and promote the standards of care and safety.
Provides assistance with transportation of patients, room turnover, equipment
Has knowledge of operating room set-ups for various surgical procedures
Maintains supplies at all times
Recognizes when equipment needs repair and follows up with appropriate personnel or department
Maintains a hazard-free environment by disposing of filled linen hampers and medical waste appropriately
Maintain sensitivity and awareness of cultural and religious diversity when addressing patients, visitors, co-workers and other customers
Promote a supportive and team-oriented environment
Support departmental responsibilities consistent with the long-range strategic plan, mission, vision and values of the hospital
Minimum Requirements
GED or High School Diploma required
Hospital and/or operating room experience preferred
BLS/Heartsaver certification preferred
Essential Qualifications
Ability prioritize workflow
Strong patient centered approach with emphasis on providing exemplary and world-class customer service
Meticulous attention to detail
Excellent at multitasking
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Self-motivated and proactive; a team player who knows how to think critically in a fast-paced, challenging environment
Active participant in seeking solutions to problems
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ID: 2021-14736
Hours per Week: 7.5
Shift: Days
External Company Name: Hospital for Special Surgery
External Company URL: www.hss.edu
Street: 535 E 70th St