Auxiliary Nurse - Arthroplasty Operating Room

*$5,000 Signing Bonus

*Competitive Compensation

Who Are We?

With over 15 years of experience and more than 15 clinics regionally, two operating rooms, over 125 physicians, and over 250 employees, Lacroix Private Medicine has quickly become the leader in private medicine in Quebec!

While maintaining the passion of its team through various development projects, it ensures the sound management of its network of private clinics, thanks to people like you, by maintaining a client-focused medical practice of excellence.

OUR MISSION

To be the benchmark in private healthcare.

OUR VALUES

Passion | Respect | Integrity | Commitment | Innovation. What we are looking for We are looking for an experienced Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with experience in operating room surgery, specifically orthopedics – total hip replacement (THR/TKR), to join our dynamic team in Laval!

General Responsibilities:

• Admit the patient and verify their file;
• Review the file, data collection, and the safe surgery checklist;
• Perform surgical asepsis of hands and don sterile attire after the patient is positioned on the surgical table;
• Arrange instruments on the sterile table according to their function and logical order of use, and ensure this order is maintained throughout the surgery;
• Conduct an initial surgical inventory for materials (gauze, sharps, miscellaneous items) and surgical instruments;
• Arrange sterile tables around the surgical table and transfer to the outpatient department the necessary equipment for the operation of the devices and equipment;
• Follow the surgical procedure to anticipate and meet the surgeon's needs;
• Prepare, arrange, dispense, and receive the necessary instruments, equipment, and supplies in response to the surgeon's request;
• Perform technical assistance in response to a specific request from the surgeon, in order to support a procedure initiated by the surgeon;
• Prepare medications and solutions according to instructions received from the surgeon (except for intravenous administration);
• Apply the first layer of dressing while adhering to aseptic techniques;
• Ensure that all instruments, gauze, and equipment are removed from the surgical field and participate in the safe disposal of soiled linen, equipment, and instruments to the appropriate locations;
• Install and verify the operation of Devices and equipment, position them and adjust their parameters;
• Locate, plan, and prepare the equipment necessary for the procedure and verify its integrity;
• Prepare and position the patient according to the given instructions;
• Supply the internal ward with sterile surgical equipment and instruments;
• Position the patient, check pressure points, carefully observe any skin alterations, and apply the dispersing plate, if applicable;
• Open and give the sterile equipment to the internal ward nurse;
• Conduct a peri- and post-operative surgical inventory for equipment (gauze, sharps, miscellaneous items) and surgical instruments;
• Observe the surgical procedure, anticipate the needs of the internal surgical team, and ensure the control of the Sterility of the surgical area;
• Contribute to the overall preoperative assessment and perform the necessary follow-ups for safe surgery;
• Carry out procedures, request examinations, complete hospital records, and schedule consultations
to ensure safe procedures according to current CMS standards;
• Perform all other related tasks

Desired Profile

You possess:

• More than 2 years of experience in the operating room, specifically in orthopedics (THR/TKR)
• A completed DEP in Nursing
• A valid license to OIIAQ
• Excellent command of French and an intermediate level of English
• A desire to actively participate in a stimulating environment
• Strong human, interpersonal, and professional skills

Compensation

Competitive, more than 10% to 15% higher than that offered by the OIIAQ

Schedule

Daytime, Monday to Friday

Our Benefits

Social Benefits $5,000 Signing Bonus; $500 Lacroix Gift Card/Year with Fast-Track Access to Doctors; $1,100 Annual Health Account; FTQ Pension Plan with Employer Contribution; Annual Training Account related to your Job; Opportunities for Development and Growth within the Organization; Uniform Provided; Dedicated Employee Space; Vacation; Free Parking; Close to Bus Routes; Modern, Bright, and Up-to-Date Workspace; Festive Company Events Informative; Unlimited coffee and a staff lounge!

Why choose Lacroix Private Medicine?

• More than 230 professionals have chosen it as their career;
• Modern, state-of-the-art clinics;
• A solid, rapidly growing company with a secure future;
• A solid company with over 15 years of experience;
• Largest network of private clinics in Quebec: 14 clinics across Quebec, including one in Florida;
• State-of-the-art medical laboratory providing same-day results;
• Several medical services including family medicine, specialized medicine, and two operating rooms.

YOU ARE: A Professional, Positive, tactful, a good listener, empathetic, and eager to contribute to delivering a customer experience that exceeds expectations, then you are the person we are looking for!