Summary: Transports patients and supplies as needed. Decontaminates instruments and equipment utilizing established procedures and techniques. Maintains an inventory of supplies and equipment needed to meet the needs of the patient and the Operating Room. Assists patients, visitors, and hospital staff as needed. Performs other patient comfort duties necessary to maintain the flow of Patient Care in the OR.

Education: High School education is preferred. CPR certification is preferred.

Experience: 1-3 months in a hospital setting preferred. Excellent interpersonal skills and understanding of customer service. Enjoys working with the public. May be required to speak, read, write, and follow instructions in English at the fifth grade level based on position. Prefer experience in the following: transporting patients and supplies, decontaminating instruments, containers, syringes, equipment using detergents, disinfecting solutions and cleaning agents. Knowledge of the following AORN recommended practices: aseptic technique, surgical attire, care of instruments, scopes and powered surgical instruments, positioning of surgical patients, sanitation in the surgical setting, sterilization in the practice setting, traffic patterns in the surgical suite, universal precautions in the perioperative setting.