Periop Support Tech (OR Assistant), Main OR
About The Position
At CHOC, we strive to be the leading destination of children's health by providing exceptional and innovative care. We are responsible for the overall health of our community's pediatric population in our hospitals, clinics, and practices. And because of our breadth of care, your career at CHOC can be as diverse and fulfilling as you determine. CHOC's compensation structure, benefits offerings, and career development programs are geared to helping you achieve your professional and personal goals. Apply now to see where your career at CHOC can take you. The Perioperative Services Support Technician performs a variety of duties related to maintaining the Operating Room/Procedure Room including but not limited to: restocking of supply cabinets, cleaning equipment, and assisting on tasks outlined in Room turnover PIT Stop Model. Assists the RN in patient transfer, positioning, and prepping. Ensures proper set up of each operating room such as equipment and beds based on patient's age and needs. Assists in the transportation of patients from one location to another as well as transporting specimens, stat labs, and retrieving blood products. This role requires some clerical duties: answer calls, deliver messages, checks e-mails, and takes emergency on-call.
Requirements
- Minimum one (1) year of previous experience working in a hospital setting.
- High School Diploma/ GED or equivalent.
- Ability to prioritize and complete duties in a timely and organized manner: ability to work collaboratively and in a positive manner with others; demonstrate flexibility and creativity in response to unexpected changes in work load/staffing.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills; interpersonal relationship and collaboration skills.
- Strong organization skills; excellent critical thinking, judgment, and problem-solving skills.
- Attention to detail, vigilance, poise and composure in stressful situations.
- Basic Life Support (BLS).
Nice To Haves
- One (1) year of previous experience working in a surgical environment.
- Experience in pediatric patient transportation and pediatric surgical environment.
- Post High School education in health care course(s).
- Bilingual in English/ Spanish.
- Certified Surgical Tech.
Responsibilities
- restocking of supply cabinets
- cleaning equipment
- assisting on tasks outlined in Room turnover PIT Stop Model
- Assists the RN in patient transfer, positioning, and prepping
- Ensures proper set up of each operating room such as equipment and beds based on patient's age and needs
- Assists in the transportation of patients from one location to another as well as transporting specimens, stat labs, and retrieving blood products
- answer calls, deliver messages, checks e-mails, and takes emergency on-call
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
