POSITION DETAILS:

Full-time with benefits; 72 hours in the two week pay period, Monday through Friday, 8 hour shifts working between the hours of 6am and 3:30pm; Monday - Thursday weeknight on call rotation (approximately 1 per week); occasional weekend on call and Holiday on call rotation. On call is paid at $5.50 per hour with a 20 minute response time. When called in it's $1.45 more per hour and time and a half. Due to the critical need of this position, a $5000 Sign On Bonus is available, which is paid as $2500 bonus on hire and another $2500 bonus at 6 months of service for an employee that meets our educational requirements. APPLY NOW.

JOB SUMMARY:

To maintain the sterile field in the operating room, being constantly vigilant to see that proper aseptic techniques are utilized to prevent contamination and infection. To assist the surgical team as the sterile member who passes instruments, sutures and sponges during surgery. Provides care for patients and families as delegated by the nurse in accordance with the appropriate minimum standard of care. Prepares and sterilizes all equipment used within the operating room and gastroenterology room. Assists MD and RN with gastroenterology procedures and assists RN with pre and post procedure tasks as delegated.

MAJOR JOB FUNCTION:

1. Before an operation, helps set up the operating room and organizes sterile table with surgical instruments and equipment, sterile linens and sterile solutions. Prepares gastroenterology room for procedure.
2. Checks, audits and operates equipment such as lights, suction machines, electrosurgical units, diagnostic equipment,, orthopedic and endoscopy equipment.

1. Performs decontamination, sterilization and repackaging of supplies used throughout the hospital. Sterilization equipment includes but is not limited to autoclaves, , washer disinfector, ultrasonic, and Sterrad
2. Processes all used equipment daily.
3. Checks all supplies used for proof of sterilization.
4. Notifies manager or CS Coordinator of equipment maintenance needs.

1. Scrubs hands and arms, puts on sterile operating room attire to be able to work within the sterile field established around the patient and to handle the sterilized instruments, equipment and supplies used in the procedure. Anticipates the needs of the surgeon.
2. Holds retractors, cuts sutures and applies dressings as directed.
3. Cleans and restocks the operating room and gastroenterology room.

1. Orders supplies.

1. Assists with performing gastroenterology procedures.

1. Obtains specimens.
2. Assists RN and physician as needed.

1. Provides age-appropriate care for all age groups.

1. Anticipates potential adverse changes in patient care and notifies RN.
2. Interacts effectively with patients.
3. Maintains safety of clients.

1. Demonstrates proficiency in regards to the computer documentation of patient cares and any other related computerized patient information/documentation.
2. Performs all other duties as assigned.

1. Participates in the orientation and education of others.
2. Assists physician, physician assistant or RN with administering medication.
3. Assists with vital signs, gathering data and ambulating patients.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Behaves in a manner consistent with hospital customer service program.

1. Treats co-workers and customers as appropriate. Is courteous and helpful in all customer contacts.

1. Meets hospital and departmental dress code and hygiene guidelines.

1. Complies with dress code/uniform requirements for department.

1. Meets Joint Commission and hospital educational standards as required.
2. Is present and prepared for work as scheduled.
3. Demonstrates creativity and initiative in job.

1. Contributes, develops, supports and/or carries out new ideas and methods in cooperation with co-workers and supervisors.
2. Is self-motivated.

1. Demonstrates support for and ability to work as part of a team on achieving departmental and organizational goals.

1. Develops positive working relationships, is receptive to and acts upon input from other team members and departments and is willing and able to compromise as needed.

1. Demonstrates organizational skills and effective use of time.
2. Communicates effectively.

1. Able to express ideas/opinions, uses appropriate congruent communication methods.
2. Interacts with co-workers and customers openly and honestly.
3. Is receptive and attentive to communication/feedback from co-workers and customers.

1. Adheres to strict customer confidentiality standards, recognizing that even acknowledgment of privileged information is prohibited.
2. Supports and complies with the National Patient Safety Goals and quality improvement initiatives.
3. Demonstrates good judgment and decision making skills whenever appropriate and necessary.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Completion of a post-high school program as an operating room technician with certification is required.
2. Sterile processing technician certification within one year of hire required.
3. Current certification or eligibility to become BLS certified.

QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS:

1. Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
2. Excellent human relation skills as demonstrated by the ability to interface positively with all customers and employees.
3. Must have a high energy level with ability to work under the stress of the operating room atmosphere and exhibit emotional maturity, stability and flexibility.
4. Must have proficient computer skills with the ability to operate within a Windows environment.
5. Needs to possess a high level of intelligence, integrity, sense of responsibility and ability to comprehend and analyze details.
6. Ability to operate and handle many kinds of complex equipment.
7. Ability to demonstrate clinical competence and maintain current knowledge in caring for infant through geriatric patients.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

1. The OR/CS Tech is frequently required to stand, walk and reach with hands and arms. The OR/CS Tech is also required to sit, climb or balance, stoop, kneel or crouch.
2. The OR/CS Tech must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
3. Full range of body motion and flexibility is required on a daily basis.
4. Good hearing is necessary to receive detailed information through oral communication and to verify visual and audio alarms on machines.