Job Description

QUALIFICATIONS




Grade 12 education (MB Standards) Successful completion of a recognized comprehensive Health Care Aide course Minimum three (3) years of HCA, Nursing Assistant, or Operating Room Aid experience required in an acute care setting, in the Operating Room, Procedural Room or Acute Surgical Setting Must enroll in and successfully complete the Operating Room Assistant Course (approximately 12 weeks) at the first opportunity Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Training as delineated in Prairie Mountain Health Policy PPG-00002 CPR Training Demonstrated organizational skills, and the ability to work independently Demonstrated problem solving and decision making skills Demonstrated flexibility to facilitate changes in techniques and procedures in a changing environment Demonstrated knowledge and competence of skills and concepts related to the position Demonstrated communication skills Ability to respect and promote confidentiality Ability to perform the duties of the position on a regular basis Ability to respect and promote a culturally diverse population Ability to work effectively and maintain positive working relationships with co-workers, clients and within interdisciplinary team

POSITION SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Clinical Manager, the Operating Room Assistant works in collaboration with regulated healthcare team members to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive and non-invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating/procedural and Endoscopy room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Overview:

Client Care/Clinical Practice

Assists with creation and maintenance of the sterile field through aseptic practices.

Responsible for assembling, setting up and disassembling instrumentation associated with procedures and/or surgeries.

Clean and prepare instruments for processing and transport them to the decontamination areas.

Assist with post-procedure cleaning of the operative or procedure room and preparation of room for subsequent patients.

Assist with safe positioning and transferring of patients pre and post procedure.

Participate in ongoing educational and competency verification activities applicable to role.

Under the direction of the surgeon/endoscopist/proceduralist: handles instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the procedure/surgery.

Under the direction of the surgeon/endoscopist/proceduralist: anticipates the needs of the healthcare team related to the procedure being performed and intraoperative/procedural requirements.

Under the direction of the surgeon/endoscopist/proceduralist: ensures quality patient care during the surgery/procedure with sustaining vigilance and attentiveness to maintain the sterile field.

Identifies, communicates and resolves malfunctioning or broken equipment, instrumentation and/or supplies.

Has the necessary knowledge and ability to provide patient-centred care.

Participates in the Surgical Safety Checklist phases of the operative procedure.

Participates in all required surgical counts as per policy.

Participates in emergency codes as required/directed.

Non-Clinical Care

Follow organizational policies and procedures and best practice standards to ensure safe care for patients and optimal team functioning.

Complete documentation if required following documentation policies in place.

May be required to assist with obtaining, cleaning and maintaining equipment.

May be required to restock supplies as assigned.

Responsible to complete appropriate process and associated documentation to address equipment repairs.

Communication

Responds appropriately to inquiries, relays message and initiates appropriate action as directed.

Identifies and notifies the surgical team/procedure team immediately of any complications or unexpected events during the procedure and assists with the appropriate action to resolution.

Provides appropriate timely communication and handover to ensure patient safety is maintained for the duration of the surgery/procedure.

Quality Improvement

Participate in completing reports associated with near misses/adverse events in accordance with hospital policies.

Participates in quality improvement activities as required.

Supports and participates in the program's quality improvement plan.

Participates in meetings, committees, teams, councils, etc., as assigned.

Performs in a manner that reflects the values of trust, compassion, and exceptional service in all interactions with patients/family, members of the health care team and the public.

JOB INFORMATIONs

Close Date:

Sep 02, 2025 4:00 PM

EFT

1.00

Employment Status:

Full Time

Anticipated Shift

Days

Anticipated shift length:

7.75 hour shifts

Plus an available work period per collective agreement

Wage Rate:

As per collective agreement

Department:

Acute/Operating Room

Site:

Dauphin Regional Health Centre (includes Personal Care Home)

Additional Sites:

Location / Home Base:

Dauphin

HR Posting Number:

DHCMISC253557

Posting Date:

Aug 26, 2025