About the role
GENERAL
Description:
Operating Room Assistant
Competition #:
SEL AC 1860/25
Posting Date:
08/25/2025
Status:
Active
Type:
External
DESCRIPTION
The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority
Our Vision
We will be recognized as a trusted health-care partner, providing sustainable, accessible, integrated, evidence-based care to improve health status and outcomes in all of our communities and achieve health equity across the region.
Our Mission
We work in partnership with all stakeholders, contributing to the health and well-being of our communities, by providing timely access to reliable care in a culturally safe manner that respects diversity.
Our Values
Always with compassion, Success in collaboration, Accountability in everything we do, Acting with integrity, Respectful of each other
Collaboration | Accessibility | Respect | Excellence | Innovation | Quality Customer Service
Operating Room Assistant
Sel OR Assistant_01
Closing Date:
09/01/2025
Facility / Site:
Selkirk Regional Health Centre
Posting Type:
Education LOA
Position Type:
Full-Time
Hours of Work:
Days
Term Dates:
09/21/2025 - 07/06/2027
FTE:
1
Union Group:
MGEU Community Support
Wage / Salary:
As per applicable collective agreement
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 room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. The position of Operating Room Assistant functions in a manner consistent with, and supports the mission, vision and values of the Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority.
Qualifications:
- Minimum Grade 12 education, Manitoba standards, required.
- Successful completion of a recognized comprehensive Health Care Aide course.
- Minimum three years of HCA/Nursing Assistant/ Operating Room Aid experience required in an acute care setting, preferably in the Operating Room, Procedural Room or Acute Surgical Setting.
- Experience working within an interprofessional team.
- Experience in multitasking and task management.
- Must enroll in and successfully complete the Operating Room Assistant Course (approximately 12 weeks) at the first opportunity unless otherwise mutually agreed between the employer and employee.
- Proficient command of the English language (both oral and written)
- Upon completion of the Operating Room Assistant Course, the successful incumbent shall:
- Demonstrate strong knowledge of perioperative principles and aseptic techniques.
- Demonstrate working knowledge with operating room/ proceduralroom equipment and supplies.
- Demonstrate working knowledge and practical skills in operative/procedural instrumentation including care, maintenance, processing, and transport.
- Demonstrate working knowledge in assisting with patient positioning in the operating/procedural room.
- Demonstrate an understanding of medical terminology.
- Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
- Demonstrate an understanding of Personal Health Information Act (PHIA), Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS) and Principles of Routine Practices required.
- General skills and ability to perform all tasks and responsibilities relevant to the duties of the position.
- Good physical and mental health, manual dexterity and visual and aural acuity required.
- Ability to wear a Lead Apron weighing approximately 15-20 lbs. for prolonged periods during hours of work may be required.
- Ability to organize and prioritize assigned workload.
- Ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands and adapt quickly to changing situations.
- Ability to maintain concentration with frequent interruptions.
- Ability to function in a demanding and stressful environment.
- Ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities.
- Strong communication skills including conflict management and situational awareness.
- Working knowledge of computers and basic computer skills including but not restricted to: MS Word, PowerPoint, Virtual Meeting Platform (E.g. Teams, Zoom) and Outlook.
- Evidence of effective patient service, organizational, interpersonal, communication, judgment and decision-making skills.
- Flexible, self-directed and able to work effectively with delegation of task.
- Excellent attendance record.
- Ability to perform as a team member and seek assistance as necessary.
- Mental and physical ability to meet the demands of the position.
- Completes and maintains a satisfactory pre-employment security check.
- Satisfactory employment record.
Internal applicants must include a current resume with application upon change of department, site, program and or classification.
As a condition of employment, all successful applicants will be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check (with vulnerable sector screening), adult abuse and child abuse registry checks prior to commencing employment.
The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people at all levels within our workforce. We encourage successful Indigenous individuals to self-declare by completing a voluntary self-declaration as part of the application process.
Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to communicate in more than one language would be considered an asset. Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.
The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. Accessibility accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
All health care workers are required to be immunized as a condition of employment in accordance with the Interlake-Eastern RHA Policy (GA-13-P-110 Required Immunizations for Health Care Workers).
The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority delivers health-care services on First Nation Treaty Territories 1, 2, 3 and 5 and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. We respect that First Nations treaties were made on these territories, acknowledge harms and mistakes, and we dedicate ourselves to collaborate in partnership with First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in the spirit of reconciliation.
About Interlake-Eastern RHA
We work in partnership with stakeholders, contributing to the health and well-being of our communities, by providing timely access to reliable care in a culturally safe manner that respects diversity.
About the role
GENERAL
Description:
Operating Room Assistant
Competition #:
SEL AC 1860/25
Posting Date:
08/25/2025
Status:
Active
Type:
External
DESCRIPTION
The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority
Our Vision
We will be recognized as a trusted health-care partner, providing sustainable, accessible, integrated, evidence-based care to improve health status and outcomes in all of our communities and achieve health equity across the region.
Our Mission
We work in partnership with all stakeholders, contributing to the health and well-being of our communities, by providing timely access to reliable care in a culturally safe manner that respects diversity.
Our Values
Always with compassion, Success in collaboration, Accountability in everything we do, Acting with integrity, Respectful of each other
Collaboration | Accessibility | Respect | Excellence | Innovation | Quality Customer Service
Operating Room Assistant
Sel OR Assistant_01
Closing Date:
09/01/2025
Facility / Site:
Selkirk Regional Health Centre
Posting Type:
Education LOA
Position Type:
Full-Time
Hours of Work:
Days
Term Dates:
09/21/2025 - 07/06/2027
FTE:
1
Union Group:
MGEU Community Support
Wage / Salary:
As per applicable collective agreement
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 room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. The position of Operating Room Assistant functions in a manner consistent with, and supports the mission, vision and values of the Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority.
Qualifications:
- Minimum Grade 12 education, Manitoba standards, required.
- Successful completion of a recognized comprehensive Health Care Aide course.
- Minimum three years of HCA/Nursing Assistant/ Operating Room Aid experience required in an acute care setting, preferably in the Operating Room, Procedural Room or Acute Surgical Setting.
- Experience working within an interprofessional team.
- Experience in multitasking and task management.
- Must enroll in and successfully complete the Operating Room Assistant Course (approximately 12 weeks) at the first opportunity unless otherwise mutually agreed between the employer and employee.
- Proficient command of the English language (both oral and written)
- Upon completion of the Operating Room Assistant Course, the successful incumbent shall:
- Demonstrate strong knowledge of perioperative principles and aseptic techniques.
- Demonstrate working knowledge with operating room/ proceduralroom equipment and supplies.
- Demonstrate working knowledge and practical skills in operative/procedural instrumentation including care, maintenance, processing, and transport.
- Demonstrate working knowledge in assisting with patient positioning in the operating/procedural room.
- Demonstrate an understanding of medical terminology.
- Demonstrate knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
- Demonstrate an understanding of Personal Health Information Act (PHIA), Workplace Hazardous Material Information System (WHMIS) and Principles of Routine Practices required.
- General skills and ability to perform all tasks and responsibilities relevant to the duties of the position.
- Good physical and mental health, manual dexterity and visual and aural acuity required.
- Ability to wear a Lead Apron weighing approximately 15-20 lbs. for prolonged periods during hours of work may be required.
- Ability to organize and prioritize assigned workload.
- Ability to respond to a variety of simultaneous demands and adapt quickly to changing situations.
- Ability to maintain concentration with frequent interruptions.
- Ability to function in a demanding and stressful environment.
- Ability to recognize and pursue self-development opportunities.
- Strong communication skills including conflict management and situational awareness.
- Working knowledge of computers and basic computer skills including but not restricted to: MS Word, PowerPoint, Virtual Meeting Platform (E.g. Teams, Zoom) and Outlook.
- Evidence of effective patient service, organizational, interpersonal, communication, judgment and decision-making skills.
- Flexible, self-directed and able to work effectively with delegation of task.
- Excellent attendance record.
- Ability to perform as a team member and seek assistance as necessary.
- Mental and physical ability to meet the demands of the position.
- Completes and maintains a satisfactory pre-employment security check.
- Satisfactory employment record.
Internal applicants must include a current resume with application upon change of department, site, program and or classification.
As a condition of employment, all successful applicants will be required to provide a satisfactory criminal record check (with vulnerable sector screening), adult abuse and child abuse registry checks prior to commencing employment.
The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority is committed to increasing the representation of Indigenous people at all levels within our workforce. We encourage successful Indigenous individuals to self-declare by completing a voluntary self-declaration as part of the application process.
Given the cultural diversity of our region, the ability to communicate in more than one language would be considered an asset. Proficiency of both official languages is essential for target and designated bilingual positions.
The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority values and supports employment equity and workplace diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. Accessibility accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
All health care workers are required to be immunized as a condition of employment in accordance with the Interlake-Eastern RHA Policy (GA-13-P-110 Required Immunizations for Health Care Workers).
The Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority delivers health-care services on First Nation Treaty Territories 1, 2, 3 and 5 and on the homeland of the Métis Nation. We respect that First Nations treaties were made on these territories, acknowledge harms and mistakes, and we dedicate ourselves to collaborate in partnership with First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples in the spirit of reconciliation.
About Interlake-Eastern RHA
We work in partnership with stakeholders, contributing to the health and well-being of our communities, by providing timely access to reliable care in a culturally safe manner that respects diversity.