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Penn State Health

Operating Room Aide - Sterile Processing Department Aide - Operating Room

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What they do

A Nursing Assistant provides hospital and nursing home patients with basic care and assists them with daily activities. Helps patients with dressing, washing, and feeding. May perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require completion of a regional agency-approved training program in order to obtain a certification before practicing.

$39,212 / year median in Pennsylvania

-8% projected decline

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Job Description

Invest in
Your Future and Theirs:
Beginning January 1, 2027, eligible full-time Penn State Health employees receive a 50% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents, including a spouse and children. The discount applies at Penn State University Park, Commonwealth Campuses, World Campus, and Penn College of Technology. Penn State Health -
Lancaster Medical Center Location:
US:
PA:
Lancaster Work Type:
Full Time FTE:
1.0
Shift:
Day Hours:
Day shift, varies
Recruiter Contact:
Amanda A. Frankhouser at afrankhouser2@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
SUMMARY OF POSITION
This dual-role position provides flexible support as an aide across both the Operating Room (OR) and Sterile Processing Department (SPD). Under the guidance and supervision of the surgical team and SPD leadership, the OR/SPD Aide plays a critical role in ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of surgical services. The Operating Room and Sterile Processing Department Aide is responsible for supporting the clinical team by performing essential tasks such as preparing the operating room, assisting with patient positioning, ensuring the availability of necessary equipment, and maintaining a sterile and organized environment. Responsibilities include assisting with patient care, maintaining a sterile environment, supporting equipment readiness, and managing surgical instruments and supplies. The role also includes assisting with patient transport, environmental cleaning, and compliance with infection control protocols.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION
(S): High School Diploma or equivalent required. AHA BLS required prior to orientation completion
PREFERRED QUALIFICATION
(S): Six (6) months of patient care experience preferred. Operating room experience
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community. Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below: Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton). Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave. Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection. Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program. Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH LANCASTER MEDICAL CENTER?
Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center is a 341,000-square-foot 129-bed acute care hospital that will give residents of Lancaster and York counties enhanced access to Penn State Health's expertise and specialty services! Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our team is committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community, and each other.
YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE'LL TAKE CARE OF YOU.
State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence - that's Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That's all you. This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities. Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health's policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.

Benefits

  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Financial Aid/Assistance
  • Health and Wellness Programs
  • Health Insurance