Perioperative Core Tech

Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia • Philadelphia, PA

2d • $21 - $26 • Onsite

About The Position

This position supports the Operating Room team at Philadelphia campus. Ideal candidate must have at least one year of experience and knowledge in/of the Operating Room setting. This is a Full-time position including every 6th weekend call in house. The Perioperative Core Technician works under the direction and supervision of a Clinical Coordinator and the Perioperative Core Tech Supervisor in performing the necessary duties that assist in the coordination and completion of the daily patient caseload in the Operating Room (OR) Complex.

Requirements

• High School Diploma / GED - Required
• Ability to communicate clearly in English, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to prioritize and organize tasks according to Unit's needs.
• Ability to establish and maintain good interpersonal relationships.
• Good organizational skills.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree Health Sciences field - Preferred
• At least one (1) year operating room experience or equivalent technical experience in a health-related field - Preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - issued through on organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross). - upon hire - Preferred

Responsibilities

• Transports patients to the operating room holding area.
• Reviews and analyzes daily surgical caseload to determine surgical equipment and supplies needed.
• Completes OR suite turnover, as well as, transports, opens and sets-up case relevant supplies and equipment for all surgical cases.
• Assists in patient positioning.
• Performs related duties as needed.
• Demonstrates Aseptic and Sterile Technique as defined in AORN (Association of Operating Room Nurses) & JCAHO Standards for all anesthesia and surgical supplies, instrumentation, and capital equipment in the OR Complex.
• Follows Institutional Clinical Laboratory Protocols and Standards for Specimen Handling and Blood Products.
• Assists with the maintenance/stocking of disposable supplies, surgical instruments, and related equipment in the OR Complex.

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