Work whereevery momentmattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare network The Greater Manchester Region has approximately employees It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed community hospital Rockville General a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed facility a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of people in towns POSITION SUMMARYSurgical Assistant II is responsible for performing the duties of moving surgical equipment and furniture cleaning tasks linen supply management schedule distribution errands and ensuring effective communication between themself the managers the patients peers staff physicians and other hospital departments Is a resource for simple and complex equipment room set ups Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment Identifies specific needs of the patient and anesthesia care provider in relation to anesthesia supplies needed prior during and after a surgical procedure in collaboration with an anesthesia care provider Reports to the Clinical Nurse ManagerCOMPETENCIESmiddot Must be able to read and communicate effectively in Englishmiddot Basic Computer skillsESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIESDisclaimer Job descriptions are not intended nor should they be construed to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities skills efforts or working conditions associated with the job They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and promotes positive patient outcomes Communicates appropriately and clearly to team leader co workers and other members of the healthcare team Demonstrates an ability to be flexible organized and function under stressful situations In collaboration with surgical team participates in activities to accomplish efficient room turnoverincluding cleaning of floor furniture and equipment removal of used equipment supplies andinstrumentation providing appropriate equipment for next procedure Maintains the cleanliness and supply levels of assigned work areas before and after procedures Stocks all designated areas including linen oxygen equipment and cleaning supplies Unpacks and puts away supplies delivered to OR front desk area Obtains beds stretchers according to procedure specific patient needs Independently and safelytransports patients to and from designated areas Assists the nursing staff with patient care as needed in assigned areas Performs Clips reps on male patients according to procedure Supports efficient department operations answers phone and effectively communicates messages to theappropriate individuals Demonstrates knowledge of Infection Control policies for AnesthesiaOR equipment appropriately andindependently cleans and identifies need for repair of anesthesia equipment communicates issues toNurse Manager Demonstrates knowledge of advancedcomplex room and equipment set up ie shoulder and kneepositioners robotics minimally invasive set ups Maintains par levels of anesthesiaOR supplies and medications orders supplies and medications asneeded unpacks and puts away communicates supply issues to Nurse Manager Checks and fills anesthesia carts with nets and supplies in the OR OB and GI units Maintains tissue freezer and temperature logs in compliance with regulatory standards Performs daily tissue test checks temperature and relative humidity in OR suites Is a resource for equipment and room set up Acts as a mentor precepting other employees in the Surgical Assistant role Is able to work independently to validate and verify inventory and medicationsWork whereevery momentmattersEvery day over Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common Pride in what we do knowing every moment matters here We invite you to become part of Connecticutrsquos most comprehensive healthcare network The Greater Manchester Region has approximately employees It includes Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed community hospital Rockville General a campus of Manchester Memorial Hospital a bed facility a large multispecialty provider group and visiting nurse services The Greater Manchester Region serves a region of people in towns POSITION SUMMARYSurgical Assistant II is responsible for performing the duties of moving surgical equipment and furniture cleaning tasks linen supply management schedule distribution errands and ensuring effective communication between themself the managers the patients peers staff physicians and other hospital departments Is a resource for simple and complex equipment room set ups Assists in maintaining a safe and clean environment Identifies specific needs of the patient and anesthesia care provider in relation to anesthesia supplies needed prior during and after a surgical procedure in collaboration with an anesthesia care provider Reports to the Clinical Nurse ManagerCOMPETENCIESmiddot Must be able to read and communicate effectively in Englishmiddot Basic Computer skillsESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIESDisclaimer Job descriptions are not intended nor should they be construed to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities skills efforts or working conditions associated with the job They are intended to be accurate reflections of the principal duties and responsibilities of this position These responsibilities and competencies listed below may change from time to time Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and promotes positive patient outcomes Communicates appropriately and clearly to team leader co workers and other members of the healthcare team Demonstrates an ability to be flexible organized and function under stressful situations In collaboration with surgical team participates in activities to accomplish efficient room turnoverincluding cleaning of floor furniture and equipment removal of used equipment supplies andinstrumentation providing appropriate equipment for next procedure Maintains the cleanliness and supply levels of assigned work areas before and after procedures Stocks all designated areas including linen oxygen equipment and cleaning supplies Unpacks and puts away supplies delivered to OR front desk area Obtains beds stretchers according to procedure specific patient needs Independently and safelytransports patients to and from designated areas Assists the nursing staff with patient care as needed in assigned areas Performs Clips reps on male patients according to procedure Supports efficient department operations answers phone and effectively communicates messages to theappropriate individuals Demonstrates knowledge of Infection Control policies for AnesthesiaOR equipment appropriately andindependently cleans and identifies need for repair of anesthesia equipment communicates issues toNurse Manager Demonstrates knowledge of advancedcomplex room and equipment set up ie shoulder and kneepositioners robotics minimally invasive set ups Maintains par levels of anesthesiaOR supplies and medications orders supplies and medications asneeded unpacks and puts away communicates supply issues to Nurse Manager Checks and fills anesthesia carts with nets and supplies in the OR OB and GI units Maintains tissue freezer and temperature logs in compliance with regulatory standards Performs daily tissue test checks temperature and relative humidity in OR suites Is a resource for equipment and room set up Acts as a mentor precepting other employees in the Surgical Assistant role Is able to work independently to validate and verify inventory and medicationsEDUCATIONCERTIFICATIONmiddot High School Diploma or GED equivalentmiddot Must have certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support upon hire or receive certification within the Day Introductory Period and maintain clinical competency during employment within this role EXPERIENCEmiddot Minimum six monthsrsquo experience in a related health care position requiredWe take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this isyour momentEDUCATIONCERTIFICATIONmiddot High School Diploma or GED equivalentmiddot Must have certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support upon hire or receive certification within the Day Introductory Period and maintain clinical competency during employment within this role EXPERIENCEmiddot Minimum six monthsrsquo experience in a related health care position requiredWe take great care of careersWith locations around the state Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth Here you are part of an organization on the cutting edge ndash helping to bring new technologies breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men women and children We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure worklife balance Every moment matters And this isyour moment