Case Technician | Germantown | Nights

Methodist Le Bonheur Healthcare • Germantown, TN

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Case Technician is responsible for ensuring the operating room is set up properly with supplies, instruments, and equipment. This position also facilitates case preparation and acts as a liaison between Operating Room, Sterile Processing, and OR Logistics. Models appropriate behavior as exemplified in MLH Mission, Vision and Values. Working at MLH means carrying the mission forward of caring for our community and impacting the lives of patients in every way through compassion, a deliberate focus on service expectations and a consistent thriving for excellence.

Requirements

• Technical Degree or Diploma Surgical Technology
• BASIC LIFE SUPPORT - American Heart Association
• Must demonstrate the ability to perform the essential functions of the job.
• Ability to communicate verbally with co-workers, physicians and other outside professional staff.
• Ability to organize tasks and maintain control of work flow.
• Ability to perform basic arithmetic calculations as would be acquired through completion of high school.
• Ability to read and follow written instruction as would be acquired through completion of high school.
• Demonstrates ability to problem solve in relation to the procedure being performed.

Nice To Haves

• Associates Degree Surgical Technology

Responsibilities

• Serves as a contact between Operating Room, Sterile Processing, and OR Logistics to ensure availability of supplies and instrumentation for surgical cases
• Ensures next day and same day add on Surgical cases are pulled accurately and completely
• Takes initiative to identify instrumentation that will need to be reprocessed between cases and communicates to SPD
• Returns unused supplies and instrumentation to proper location
• Participates in perioperative materials management by communication with the Logistic Coordinators and SPD Manager when stock needs replenished, and maintains orderliness of shelves by straightening stock, dusting
• Uses First In/First Out methods to minimize outdates. Rotates stock as needed.
• Checks supplies and instrumentation for expiration dates and integrity of packaging before placing into use or returning to inventory
• Maintains principles of aseptic technique according to hospital policy and procedure and AORN standards.
• Recognizes, monitors and responds appropriately to environmental safety factors.
• Promptly alerts management to opportunities, needs and problems within the unit regarding policies, procedures and regulatory readiness.
• Understands, applies, supports and follows department/hospital policies, procedures and standards at all times.
• Follows dress code both in the perioperative environment and when leaving the area.
• Assists in monitoring team members for adherence to aseptic technique and professional standards; takes appropriate measures to correct breaks in technique.
• Ensures work area and equipment are clean and orderly to ensure safe and efficient work

Benefits

• Our Associates are passionate about what they do, the service they provide and the patients they serve. We value family, team and a Power of One culture that requires commitment to the highest standards of care and unity.
• Boasting one of the South's largest medical centers, Memphis blends a friendly community, a thriving and growing downtown, and a low cost of living.
• We see each day as a new opportunity to make a difference in the lives of the people in our community.
• Within any role at Methodist Le Bonheur, you can play a rewarding and fulfilling part in helping us provide high-quality, innovative and compassionate care to the people of Memphis and the Mid-South.
• Introduce yourself to our recruiters and we'll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.
• Our goal is to improve every life we touch, including our Associates.
• For over a century, we’ve served the health care needs of the people of Memphis and the Mid-South, and we value the dedicated individuals who play such a crucial role in helping us fulfill our mission.
• With Methodist Le Bonheur, you’ll be recognized and rewarded, treated with respect and given many opportunities to learn, grow and build a fulfilling career.
• Because we’re not at our best until you are at yours.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree