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Sentara Healthcare

Operating Room Attendant

Woodbridge, VA · On-site

$13.75 - $17.25/hr

The Operating Room (OR) Attendant supports professional staff in caring for the surgical patient ... For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following ...

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What is an operating room associate?

Operating Room Associates are healthcare professionals who assist in the preparation, maintenance, and organization of the operating room before, during, and after surgical procedures. Their responsibilities often include ensuring that surgical instruments and supplies are properly sterilized, setting up equipment, and helping the surgical team maintain a safe and sterile environment. They may also be responsible for transporting patients and handling surgical specimens. Operating Room Associates play a crucial role in supporting surgeons, nurses, and other medical staff to ensure surgeries run smoothly and efficiently.

What does an operating room associate do?

Operating Room Associates play a vital role in ensuring surgeries run smoothly by preparing and maintaining sterile environments, assembling surgical instruments, and assisting with patient positioning. They frequently collaborate with nurses, surgeons, and anesthesiologists to anticipate needs and facilitate efficient procedures. Their attention to detail and ability to adapt quickly help prevent delays and support patient safety throughout each operation. This position offers hands-on experience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, making it ideal for those seeking a career in healthcare support.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be an operating room associate?

To thrive as an Operating Room Associate, you need a solid understanding of surgical procedures, aseptic techniques, and medical terminology, often supported by a relevant certification such as Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or similar training. Familiarity with surgical instruments, sterilization equipment, and hospital information systems is typically required. Attention to detail, teamwork, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are crucial soft skills for this role. These skills ensure smooth surgical operations, patient safety, and effective collaboration with surgical teams in high-stress environments.

What is the difference between Operating Room Associate vs Surgical Technologist?

AspectOperating Room AssociateSurgical Technologist
CertificationsCPR, hospital-specific trainingCertified Surgical Technologist (CST) often preferred
Work EnvironmentHospitals, surgical centers, clinicsHospitals, outpatient surgical facilities
Job ResponsibilitiesAssist with patient prep, sterilize equipment, support surgical teamSet up operating rooms, pass instruments, maintain sterile field

Both Operating Room Associates and Surgical Technologists work in surgical settings, assisting teams during procedures. While their roles overlap in supporting surgical operations, Surgical Technologists typically have more specialized training and certification, focusing on instrument handling and sterile techniques. Operating Room Associates often perform supportive tasks and may have less formal certification. Understanding these differences can help in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

What are the most commonly searched types of Operating Room jobs in Washington?

The most popular types of Operating Room jobs in Washington are:

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Processing Room Associate - Night Shift

J.J. McDonnell & Co

Elkridge, MD • On-site

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Re-posted 29 days ago

Job description

Processing Room Associate

The Processing Room Associate/Fish Cutter is responsible for effectively and efficiently carrying out all the tasks and duties of the Processing Room – scaling, gutting, filleting (i.e. processing) fish, obtaining the highest yields possible per JJ and industry standards. More importantly they are responsible for ensuring that all orders are prepared/processed according to company and customer specifications effectively and efficiently; training other processing personnel in their daily functions and procedures; assist when and where necessary throughout the processing room to ensure products get to staging in an efficient and timely manner. The Processer/Fish Cutter reports to the Processing Room Leads and or Shift Manager and checks in with the Processing Room Leads and or Shift Manager at the beginning and end of every shift.

Regular assigned duties and responsibilities:

  • Responsible for the effectiveness and efficiency of processing fish under their control.
  • Assist in training others in the processing of product on as needed basis.
  • Ensure HACCP procedures are followed.
  • Ensures the yields received on product are up to JJ Standards.
  • Ensures the quality received on product are up to JJ Standards.
  • Maintain good working relationship with all team members.
  • Maintain cleaning schedules for processing room along with appropriate documentation.
  • Understands proper procedures in sharpening knives to maintain quality and yields.
  • Reviews and understands all SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures).

Accountabilities:

  • Company uniform
  • Products/inventory in your care

Other duties may include but are not limited to:

  • Cross train to help other team members as a backup.
  • Complete projects and other duties as assigned.

Desired minimum qualifications:

  • High School Diploma (Preferred)
  • Prior experience in wholesale trade industry preferred.
  • Knowledge of seafood, proper temperature storage and handling regulations.
  • Must have prior experience in a warehouse environment along with the operation of warehouse equipment.
  • Able to learn SeaSoft and / or other software package.
  • Excellent problem solving and organizational skills.
  • Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
  • Basic arithmetic ability needed to count and take inventory.
  • Able to transfer attention from one task to another frequently without affecting performance.

Necessary knowledge, skills and abilities:

  • Outstanding customer service and organizational skills.
  • Always displays judgment and tact.
  • Must be able to write clearly.
  • Active Listening - Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
  • Must have prior experience in a processing room environment.

Benefits:

  • Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
  • Voluntary Short-term & Long-term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401(k) plan
  • Other employee perks

Physical demands:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit, stand, talk, walk, and hear.
  • The employee is constantly required to use hands and fingers to feel, handle, or operate objects; and reach with hands and arms.
  • The employee occasionally is required to stoop, kneel, crouch, and walk.
  • The employee is capable of lifting, pulling, or pushing 75% - 100% of the time.
  • The employee is capable of lifting and/or move up to 75 pounds often.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work environment:

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee works mostly indoors in an office environment and on occasion outside for brief periods of time. The employee can be exposed to wet and/or humid, hot, cold, and snow conditions, fumes or airborne particles and vibration.
  • The noise level in the work environment can range from quiet to loud in the field.

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