Operating Room Assistant (Orderly)

Boutique aesthetic plastic surgery practice in the Coral Gables section of Miami formed by a renowned double board-certified plastic surgeon is seeking an operating room assistant for a part-time position. This job offers a tremendous opportunity for growth to an ambitious and motivated individual who wants to grow with the surgeon and advance over years with future possibilities for operating room management. Great opportunity to gain operating room experience for an early career individual preparing to become a nurse or for a mature individual seeking a permanent position with stability in the medical field. Positive team attitude and strong ability to interact with other co-workers in the operating room is required. Very relaxed work environment. Excellent English oral communication is required.$16 per hour based on experience with opportunity to advance. Certification as a medical assistant (MA) is highly valued but not required.Responsibilities:Prepares the surgery suites by gathering, organizing, and preparing surgical supplies and equipment for surgical procedures.Sterilizes surgical instruments in the autoclave.Cleans surgical area by removing waste and linen, washing down furniture, surgical lights, beds, stretchers, mattresses, walls, bair huggers, SCD machines, and mopping floors.Replaces furniture and equipment in designated location in preparation for the next case, including the return of stretchers, operating beds, IV poles, and monitors to the appropriate department.Removes and replaces sharp containers when full.Monitors inventory of all surgical supplies and equipment and notifies appropriate individuals when supplies are needed.Maintains inventory of surgical supplies, full oxygen tanks with carriers, blankets, cleaning supplies, IV pumps, and other supplies needed.Regularly stocks supplies, including scrub brushes, masks, face shields, cleaning solutions, and paper towels in sub sterile areas.Prepares germicidal solutions according to manufactures recommendation and MSDS protocol.Uses proper body mechanics/safety protocol while moving patients to and from operating beds and while holding for sterile preps.Transport lasers, equipment, and supplies to and from other units using extreme care to prevent damage.Rooms and prepares patient for upcoming surgery, including instructing patient on disrobing and placement of surgical gown.Records patient intraoperative information accurately and concisely on each patient’s medical chart.Qualifications:High School Diploma or equivalent; bachelor's degree preferredState issued ID/driver's licensewww.sunsetplasticsurgery.comJob Type: Part-timePay: $16.00 per hourMedical specialties:SurgerySchedule:Monday to Friday