OR Core Technician - Flagstaff

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

The OR Core Technician, under the direction of Clinical Manager, Charge Nurse or RN, is responsible for turnover (cleaning) of the surgical rooms between cases in an efficient and sanitary manner with strict adherence to all IP standards, requirements and techniques. This position will be trained and competent to open / prepare / stock supplies and equipment for sterile interventions / procedures in the surgical department. The OR Core Technician will operate equipment and utilize supplies in general cleaning tasks. S / he will provide technical services as assigned and directed. The OR Core Technician will also assist in housekeeping duties in public and any other areas as designated by the facility, and may be assigned to assist with patient transport to and from surgical services, and other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Patient Care

• Assist with transferring patients from OR bed to patient bed.
• Able to respond to emergency and crisis situations in a timely and professional manner.
• Possess visual and hearing acuity, and / or the ability to assess, document and implement actions required to meet patient / family needs.
• Prioritizes and addresses technical needs to meet needs of department.
• Able to assist and relate to and work with ill and disabled patients of all ages, bilingual patients, emotionally distressed patients and families and with hospital personnel within the facility.
• Able to cope with varying and unpredictable situations tactfully with personnel, patients, family members, visitors, and the general public.

Equipment and Inventory Management

Cleaning / Maintenance

Communication and Documentation

People Development

Compliance / Safety

Qualifications

Education

High School Diploma, GED or equivalent experience- Required

Certification & Licensures

BLS - Required within 3 month introductory period

Certification / registration in Sterile Processing Distribution- Preferred

Employee will obtain and maintain appropriate clinical competencies for the roles assigned by their departmental leader.

Experience

SPD Tech 2 status- Preferred

Healthcare is a rapidly changing environment and technology is integrated into almost all aspects of patient care. Computers and other electronic devices are utilized across the organization and throughout each department. Colleagues must have an understanding of computers, and competence in using computers and basic software programs.

CALL REQUIRED :

Yes-within 20 minutes