Operating Room Assistant

Position Overview

Under the supervision of the Clinical Manager, the Operating Room Assistant works in collaboration with regulated healthcare team members to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive and non-invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating/procedural room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.

Experience

• Minimum three years of HCA/Nursing Assistant/ Operating Room Aid experience required in an acute care setting, preferably in the Operating Room, Procedural Room or Acute Surgical Setting.
• Experience working within an interprofessional team.
• Experience in multitasking and task management.

Education (Degree/Diploma/Certificate)

• Minimum Grade 12 education, Manitoba standards, required.
• Successful completion of a recognized comprehensive Health Care Aide course.
• Must enroll in and successfully complete the Operating Room Assistant Course (approximately 12 weeks) at the first opportunity unless otherwise mutually agreed between the employer and employee.

Certification/Licensure/Registration

Not Applicable

Qualifications and Skills

• Upon completion of the Operating Room Assistant Course, the successful incumbent shall:
  • Demonstrate strong knowledge of perioperative principles and aseptic techniques.
  • Demonstrate working knowledge with operating room/ procedural room equipment and supplies.
  • Demonstrate working knowledge and practical skills in operative/procedural instrumentation including care, maintenance, processing, and transport.
  • Demonstrate working knowledge in assisting with patient positioning in the operating/procedural room
  • Demonstrate an understanding of medical terminology.
  • Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of Personal Health Information Act (PHIA), Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS) and Principles of Routine Practices required.
• Proficient command of the English language (both oral and written).
• General skills and ability to perform all tasks and responsibilities relevant to the duties of the position.
• Ability to organize and prioritize assigned workload.
• Ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands and adapt quickly to changing situations.
• Ability to maintain concentration with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to function in a demanding and stressful environment.
• Ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities.
• Strong communication skills including conflict management and situational awareness.
• Working knowledge of computers and basic computer skills including but not restricted to: MS Word, PowerPoint, Virtual Meeting Platform (E.g. Teams, Zoom) and Outlook.
• Evidence of effective patient service, organizational, interpersonal, communication, judgment and decision-making skills.
• Flexible, self-directed and able to work effectively with delegation of task.
• Excellent attendance record.
• Ability to perform as a team member and seek assistance as necessary.

Physical Requirements

• Good manual dexterity and visual and aural acuity required.
• Ability to wear a Lead Apron weighing approximately 15-20 lbs. for prolonged periods during hours of work may be required.