Perioperative Services Tech

Emory Healthcare•Decatur, GA

9h•Onsite

About The Position

Emory Decatur Hospital is seeking a Perioperative Services Tech to join our team. This role supports the surgical team by assisting with patient care, maintaining the perioperative environment, and ensuring supplies and equipment are prepared and available for procedures. Working under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Surgical Technologist, the Perioperative Services Tech plays an essential part in promoting safe, efficient, and high-quality care for patients undergoing surgical interventions.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Ability to lift 20-50 lbs occasionally, 11-25 lbs frequently, and up to 10 lbs constantly.
Frequent standing and walking; occasional sitting.
Ability to perform close visual work including reading, typing, and inspecting sterile items.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

Assists with patient care and observation duties under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, LPN, or Surgical Technologist.
May assist with set up of operating rooms for surgical procedures.
Opens sterile supplies and instruments under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Surgical Technologist, ensuring proper aseptic technique is followed.
Stocks, sets up, and maintains specialty carts and equipment needed for surgical procedures.
Maintains supplies, equipment, and instruments in a clean and aseptic condition.
Performs routine cleaning, disinfection, and trash removal in the perioperative environment.
May assist with transporting patients safely to and from the operating area.
Replenishes stock of supplies, medications (as permitted), and linens before, during, and after procedures.
Provides excellent customer service by greeting and assisting patients, family members, and healthcare team members.
Complies with hospital policies and safety standards, including infection control and personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines.
Performs other duties as assigned to support perioperative services.