Anesthesia Operating Room Aide

Since 1885, CHI St. Alexius Health has been dedicated to leading health care in this region by enriching the lives of patients through the highest quality of care. We seek to continue our tradition of success and innovation with individuals dedicated to delivering the highest level of expertise and quality. Together we can continue to grow and support the legacy of CHI St. Alexius Health for many years to come.

CHI St. Alexius Health is a regional health network with a tertiary hospital in Bismarck, the system also consists of critical access hospitals (CAHs) in Carrington, Dickinson, Devils Lake, Garrison, Turtle Lake, Washburn and Williston and numerous clinics and outpatient services.  CHI St. Alexius Health manages four CAHs in North Dakota - Elgin, Linton, and Wishek, as well as Mobridge Regional Medical Center in Mobridge, S.D. CHI St. Alexius Health offers a comprehensive line of inpatient and outpatient medical services, including: a Level II Trauma Center, primary and specialty physician clinics, home health and hospice services, durable medical equipment services, a fitness and human performance center and ancillary services throughout western and central North Dakota.

CHI St. Alexius Health is part of CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. It was created in February 2019 through the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health. CommonSpirit Health is committed to creating healthier communities, delivering exceptional patient care, and ensuring every person has access to quality health care.

CHI St. Alexius also provides you with the quality care you provide to others. We care about our employees well-being and offer benefits that complement work/life balance.

We offer the following benefits to support you and your family:

• Care@Work program supporting any child care, pet care, or adult dependent needs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for you and your family
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Flexible spending accounts
• Voluntary Protection: Group Accident, Critical Illness, and Identity Theft
• Adoption Assistance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Tuition Assistance for career growth and development
• Matching Retirement Programs
• Wellness Program

Works under the general supervision of the Clinical Coordinator.  Provides and performs patient care services associated with the overall operation of Surgical Services in accordance with the mission and philosophy of St. Alexius Medical Center.

What You'll Do:  

• Consistently keeps assigned Operating Room clean and orderly, supplies and equipment are returned to proper stock points.

• Maintains assigned Core adequately stocked, not under or over stocking.

• Communicates with RN accepting and following through on delegated assignments.

• Provides assistance to physicians, patients, family members, visitors and staff as necessary.

• Provides patient comfort by utilizing resources and materials; transports patients appropriately and to correct destination without error.

• Maintains work operations by following policies and procedures.

• Assists anesthesia care providers with procedures in the preparation of open heart procedures.

Education:  High School student, graduate or equivalent.  

Licensure: Must obtain/register on the North Dakota Department of Health Nursing Assistant Registry.  If not registered, then must obtain registration within 4 months of start date.

Experience: Minimum of two (2) years Operating Room experience, six months at St. Alexius Medical Center Operating Room.

Skills:  Ability to organize assignments and work under pressure.  Basic Life Support Certification within 480 hours of employment and meets re-certification as required.