As are Operating Tech you will: Performs surgical shave preps in accordance with Policy/Procedure. Transports patients in a safe and timely manner. Provides comfort measures for patients; proper contact and introduction.
Assist and anticipates needs of team members. Accurate handling of specimens. Maintains a sterile environment.
Maintains linen supply for daily use. Disposes of sharps according to P/P Acts as a runner in a timely fashion. Expedites room turnover.
Maintains readiness of transport stretchers/patient beds. Stores sterile supplies according to P/P and proper place. Decontaminates and/or returns instruments, supplies, and equipment according to P/P.
Performs daily quality controls for sterilizers and reports problems to OR Team Leader. Ensures cases are pulled with needed supplies and equipment for daily, next day, and emergency use. Delivers age-appropriate care.
Ability to perform phlebotomy skills. Ability to perform blood glucose monitoring. Ability to perform, 12 lead electrocardiogram.
Minimum
High School graduate or Equivalent.
Certification from NBSTSA preferred. Minimum Work
Knowledge and background in surgical procedures, instruments, equipment, supplies, infection control, AORN standards and medical terminology preferred. Ability to work independently. Ability to work under stressful conditions and adapt to different situations.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Working knowledge of hospital environment or experience in surgical setting encouraged.