OR Technology Support Specialist

Job Overview

Fairview has an immediate opening for an OR Technology Support Specialist to support Woodwinds Hospital (Woodbury, MN), Southdale Hospital (Edina, MN), and St. John's Hospital (Maplewood, MN).

This is an onsite role floating between the Woodwinds, Southdale, and St. John's locations, subject to change based on OR needs.

This is a 1.0 FTE (80 hours per two week pay period), benefits-eligible opening on first shift. Shift start times will vary between 6 : 30 AM and 9 : 00 AM, Monday - Friday with rotating call, including weekends.

Summary

Provides technical support for the operating room by setting up and operating specialty equipment, developing training programs for OR staff, assuring availability of appropriate equipment for daily OR schedule, and assisting OR staff in problem-solving as needed. Assists and advises OR nursing leadership in planning for and implementing new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Develop own expertise in various pieces of equipment used during operative procedures (e.g., computers and video devices, ultrasound, imaging and tracking equipment, robotics, microscopes, stapling devices, drills).
• Work with OR NM and ANMs to introduce new technologies by evaluating and planning for the interface with the OR environment, training staff, developing protocols, and written guides.
• Support OR staff daily with setting up and operating equipment, as appropriate and feasible; problem-solve as needed.
• Assist OR ANMs, NM, and CSP Manager to evaluate new equipment for purchase and use in particular surgical services.
• Monitor maintenance—preventive and repairs—with the Biomedical Services Department; familiar with service contracts.
• Coordinate with OR scheduling to assure that appropriate equipment is available; alert ANMs to equipment conflicts.
• Assist ANMs and CSP in developing instrument sets, disposables, tools, etc., for implementing new equipment.
• Understand the OR environment related to surgical procedures—asepsis, policies, procedures, and roles of personnel.
• Participate in cost-containment activities including frequency of equipment use and value to the department; develop visual and written tools and guides for equipment use that are readily accessible and user-friendly.
• Interface with vendors and company representatives to learn new equipment requirements and develop training programs.
• Serve as a resource to staff, surgeons, and ANMs, as needed.
• Assist clinical staff in making technology safe and easy to apply to patient care.
• Ongoing assessment of the competence of clinical staff to handle equipment and related supplies and instruments.

Qualifications

Required

Preferred

Benefit Overview

Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more. Please follow this link for additional information : fairview.org / careers / benefits / noncontract

Compensation Disclaimer

An individual's pay rate within the posted range may be determined by various factors, including skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization prioritizes pay equity and considers internal team equity when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO / Vet / Disabled : All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status.

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