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Vanderbilt Health

Operating Room Attendant- 1st Shift- VUH

Job Overview

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Employment Type

Full-time
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Compensation

Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $14.00 - $17.00
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Work Schedule

On-call
Day Shifts
Weekend Shifts
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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Paid Time Off
Retirement Plan
Employee wellness programs
Career development opportunities
employee recognition programs

Job Description

Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center: Located in Nashville, Tennessee, Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is a leading institution at the global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care. VUMC is a vibrant community of dedicated individuals who come to work every day with the mission of changing the world through advanced healthcare. Vanderbilt Health prioritizes a culture where every employee's expertise is valued and nurtured, offering opportunities for continuous growth, expanding knowledge, and challenging one's abilities. The center embraces diversity, inclusivity, and uniqueness, providing a workplace where employees can thrive and take pride in delivering excellence. At Vanderbilt, the commitment... Show More

Job Requirements

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Less than 1 year relevant work experience
  • Ability to respond to emergency cleaning requests
  • Capable of following AAMI standards for sanitation
  • Ability to handle solid and biohazard waste appropriately
  • Availability to work Monday through Friday with some call and weekend shifts
  • Willingness to learn and adapt to new procedures

Job Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Relevant work experience
  • Basic knowledge of customer service principles
  • Familiarity with sterilization preparation
  • Ability to learn surgical equipment and related devices
  • Good communication skills
  • Ability to respond effectively to emergency requests

Job Duties

  • Responds to emergency calls or requests for cleaning services
  • Assists in preparing patient rooms for procedures to include cleaning services, sanitation, removing supplies/equipment and transporting special equipment and supply needs based on AAMI standards
  • May remove solid and/or biohazard trash
  • Delivers sterile supplies and equipment to the Operating Room
  • Ensures instrumentation, supplies, and specialty equipment is delivered and available for scheduled procedures
  • Performs general cleaning tasks within and outside of patient rooms
  • Adheres to safety and sterilization protocols in the operating environment

Job Qualifications

Experience

Entry Level (1-2 years)

Job Location

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