Multi-Skill Technician

Ellis Medicine•Schenectady, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Multi-Skill Technician is an integral part of the surgical team working to facilitate the safe and effective preparation of patients undergoing invasive surgical procedures. The primary responsibilities of the position are to collect patient data and perform assigned diagnostic and screening tests. The Multi-Skill Technician, along with other members of the perioperative team, utilizes resources in a cost effective manner in an environment that promotes continuous quality improvement.

Requirements

Minimum education of a high school diploma, or the equivalent.
One (1) year of previous experience in a medically related setting with knowledge of medical terminology is desired.
Knowledge of surgical procedure terminology is preferred.
Must possess highly developed skills in customer service, communication, organization, and computer literacy.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of medical terminology.
Knowledge of surgical procedure terminology.

Responsibilities

Sets a positive tone for the surgical experience as the first contact with a surgical services team member.
Greets preoperative patients and families in a courteous and respectful manner.
Correctly identifies patients using two patient identifiers including name, date of birth, and/or medical record number.
Demonstrates knowledge of the unique physical and psychological needs of patients across the life span and provides explanations in age and culturally appropriate language.
Ensures patient’s comfort, safety and privacy are provided for.
Maintains confidentiality of all personal health information.
Discusses patient and staff related issues only in a confidential manner and setting, and only with those who have the right/need to know.
Assists in maintaining the integrity and confidentiality of all data.
Obtains and records objective patient data and records in the appropriate format.
Obtains and records patient height and weight, obtains and records temperature, pulse, respiration and blood pressure.
Performs EKGs on the order of the physician.
After positioning for comfort and safety, applies EKG electrodes appropriately and performs the EKG in an efficient manner and transmits electronically for interpretation.
Is proficient at venipuncture.
Provides appropriate explanations.
Immediately labels blood samples with the correct patient information.
Practices appropriate hand hygiene before and after all patient contacts.
Communicates unique patient needs to the Registered Nurse.
Supports and promotes a team approach between unit staff and interdepartmentally.
Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, performs other activities in support of safe and efficient patient care as assigned.
Adheres to policies and procedures as outlined in the Exposure Control Manual regarding: Bloodborne Pathogens, identifies and utilizes appropriate PPE, disposal of needles, syringes, and sharps, cleanup procedures for blood and body fluid spills.