• Job Description

  Req#: 100173155

  At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

  Job Summary

  Position responsible for preparing patients and the environment prior to surgery for the medical and nursing team.
  
  **OR Attendant - FT Monday through Friday 11:00 am - 7:30 pm
  **Previous OR experience required.
  **Prefer one year of previous hands-on patient care experience in a hospital setting.
  **Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs
  **Will be responsible for maintenance of the Operating Room (OR) and assisting nurses with basic OR functions.
  **This position is located at Memorial Hermann Sugar Land Hospital.

  Job Description

  Minimum Qualifications

  Education: High School Diploma or GED preferred

  Licenses/Certifications: (None)

  Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

  • Minimum one (1) year experience in an operating room environment.
  • Ability to follow oral and written instructions and read and write English.
  • Ability to perform duties requiring standing, walking, stooping, bending and lifting up to 50 pounds.

  Principal Accountabilities

  • Assists with physical preparation of patient and physical environment prior to surgery according to the age/needs of the patient/population served; transports and transfers patients as necessary.
  • Functions as a porter between departments ensuring required medical supplies, information, specimens, and products are delivered in a timely fashion.
  • Ensures safe care to patients adhering to policies, procedures, and standards of care, within budgetary specifications, including time management, supply management, and accuracy of practice.
  • Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.
  • Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.

  • Other duties as assigned.

• About the company

  At Memorial Hermann, we are all about advancing health. Yours. It begins by redefining healthcare. Our 6,400 affiliated physicians and more than 26,000 employees practice evidence-based medicine with a relentless focus on quality, safety and exceptional service for all patients, consumers and Health Plan members.

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