Team Attendant - Operating Room

Mackenzie Health

  • Richmond Hill, ON
  • $23.76 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Part-time
  • 1 month ago
Job DescriptionTeam Attendant - Operating RoomAs an integral member of the Perioperative and procedure areas, the Team Attendant performs direct and indirect patient care functions under the direction of a regulated healthcare provider, including: performing service functions in support of the Perioperative and Procedures Area i.e. preparing the Perioperative and Procedures Area for surgery; stocking supplies; performing direct patient assistance functions; performing transport functions; performing environmental support and maintenance services within the Perioperative and Procedures Area and adjacent work settings; performing cross-functional duties; performing other assigned tasks and duties consistent with the job classification, as assigned for the shift.What must you have?
  • Completion of a recognized program for personal support worker.
  • Current Certificate of Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) or willing to obtain within 3 months of hire date
What else do you bring?
  • Ability to speak, read, write and comprehend the English language.
  • Ability to stand, stoop, walk, bend, lift up to 50 pounds, push, pull, reach and climb without any physical discomfort on a continuous basis, transfer patients, with appropriate assistance.
  • Knowledge of the Occupational Health & Safety Act and other relevant legislation.
  • Knowledge of the Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (W.H.M.I.S.).
  • Knowledge of procedures for handling contaminated materials.
  • Ability to set-up and maintain the equipment, tools and instruments common to the Perioperative and Procedures Area environment, within scope of responsibility.
  • Must have the ability to work collaboratively as an active participant with others in assisting with the delivery of the care to surgical patients.
  • May be required to stand for extended periods of time.
  • Proven attendance record.
  • Demonstrates understanding and complies with patient and staff safety policies and procedures that foster a safe and inclusive environment for all.
  • Ability to perform the essential duties of the job.
  • Effectively uses empathy in interactions with others and demonstrates behaviours consistent with Mackenzie Health’s Commitment to Caring.
  • Models behaviour that is aligned with the values of Mackenzie Health – Excellence, Leadership and Empathy.
  • Commitment to providing an exceptional experience for staff and clients within a challenging and exciting health care environment.
  • This position is represented by OPSEU
  • You may be required to work at any site of Mackenzie Health
  • FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of full COVID-19 vaccination to Mackenzie Health's Occupational Health and Safety department.
Mackenzie Health is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer committed to providing accommodations for applicants upon request at any stage of the recruitment process in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and the Ontario Human Rights Code.FOR EXTERNAL APPLICANTS: As a condition of employment, you are required to submit proof of full COVID-19 vaccination to Mackenzie Health's Occupational Health and Safety department.#mackenziehealthcareers

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