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Perioperative Technician-Anesthesiology (Contingent)

Nationwide Children's Hospital

#Patient Care #Healthcare #BLS Certification #Operating Room #Clinical Operations #Anesthesiology #Case Carts #Pyxis #Perioperative Technician

Quick overview

Assists the anesthesia team by setting up IVs, preparing operating rooms, and maintaining surgical equipment. Responsible for room turnover, transporting patients and specimens, and managing inventory of surgical supplies.

Requirements summary

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, with BLS certification and previous healthcare experience preferred. Candidates must have a basic understanding of mechanical equipment and the ability to work under pressure in a stressful environment.

high schoolTeamworkMultitaskingInventory ManagementInterpersonal CommunicationEquipment MaintenanceSurgical ProceduresPatient TransportationSupply Chain KnowledgeIV SetupAnesthesia Procedures

Job description

Overview

Schedule: Contingent Variable Shifts. Staff is expected to work 8/hrs. per 2 week pay period with on-call and holiday call responsibilities as well. Assists anesthesia team by creating all IVs and IV setups Sets up offsite anesthesia cases by transporting gas machines and Pyxis back stands Team-structured work environment with high amounts of collaboration required *Although position is contingent, 4 weeks of training will be required before moving into minimum contingent hours.

Job Description

Summary: Performs a variety of technical and supportive tasks to assist daily clinical operations. Performs routine and delegated duties according to departmental policies. Job Description: Essential Functions: Prepares operating rooms for surgery by assisting with equipment and supply needs, setup, and routine maintenance. Assists OR team with room turnover, patient beds, and transportation of case carts. Maintains inventory of relevant surgical supplies and equipment. Transports patients, labs, gross specimens, and blood, as necessary. Education Requirement: High School Diploma or equivalent, required.

Certifications

BLS Certification, preferred.

Skills

Basic understanding of mechanical equipment. Self-starter who requires little or no supervision. Ability to respond appropriately to life threatening situations. Effective multitasking, interpersonal, teamwork, and communication skills Ability to work under pressure in a stressful environment. Working knowledge of supply chain or materials management. Working knowledge of surgical and anesthesia procedures.

Experience

Previous health care experience, preferred.
Physical
Requirements:
OCCASIONALLY: Biohazard waste, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Climb stairs/ladder,
Flexing/extending of neck,
Interpreting
Data,
Lifting /
Carrying: 0-10 lbs,
Lifting /
Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Loud Noises,
Patient
Equipment,
Power
Tools,
Problem solving,
Pushing /
Pulling: 0-25 lbs,
Reaching above shoulder,
Sitting,
Squat/kneel
Frequently:
Bend/twist,
Fume /Gases /Vapors,
Machinery
Continuously:
Audible speech,
Computer skills,
Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Hearing acuity, Peripheral vision, Repetitive hand/arm use, Seeing – Far/near, Standing, Walking "The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet" The moment you walk through our doors, you feel it. When you meet our patient families, you believe it. And when you talk with anyone who works here, you want to be part of it. Welcome to Nationwide Children’s Hospital, Where Passion Meets Purpose. Here, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are integrated into our core values and practices. We are passionate about building, sustaining and evolving an inclusive and equitable environment. We are seeking individuals who live these values and want to share their experiences and efforts in support of our collective mission. We’re 15,000 strong. And it takes every one of us to improve the lives of the kids we care for, and the kids around the world we’ll never meet. Kids who live healthier, fuller lives because of the knowledge we share. We know it takes a Collaborative Culture to deliver on our promise to provide the very best, innovative care and to foster new discoveries, made possible by the most groundbreaking research. Anywhere. Ask anyone with a Nationwide Children’s badge what they do for a living. They’ll tell you it’s More Than a Job. It’s a calling. It’s a chance to use and grow your talent to make an impact that truly matters. Because here, we exist simply to help children everywhere. Nationwide Children’s Hospital. A Place to Be Proud.