Perioperative Services Tech - Surgery - Full Time 8 Hours Days (10:30AM to 7:00PM) (Union, Non-Exempt)

University of Southern California

1d•$21 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Perioperative Services Tech, under the direction of the Perioperative Services Staff RN, is responsible for the care and safety of any patients assigned to the tech and for performing technical and support duties for assigned areas of Perioperative Services.

Requirements

High School diploma or equivalent
Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare from American Heart Association

Nice To Haves

One year as a nursing assistant or orderly in an acute hospital setting.

Responsibilities

Transporting or assisting in the transport of surgical patients to and from Perioperative Area.
Assisting the Perioperative Nursing staff with moving and positioning patients within the Perioperative Area, utilizing sound principles of body mechanics.
Adhering to all Infection Control Policies & Procedures especially in handwashing and isolation protocols.
Adhering to Handoff Communication among caregivers.
Ensuring any special equipment needed for transport is available and ready for use.
Maintaining inventory of designated supplies and equipment at appropriate levels.
Maintaining designated equipment for proper functioning.
Participating in the orientation of new staff and demonstrating flexibility in accepting and completing assignments.
Using equipment and supplies in a cost effective and responsible manner and actively supporting cost containment efforts.
Being both self-directed and collegial, contributing positively to overall customer service and patient satisfaction.
Completing duties as assigned by manager or designee.
Adhering to hospital policies, Title 22, and JCAHO Standards.
Being a team player.
Displaying positive attitude.
Collaborating with licensed staff on issues related to patient needs and communicating to enhance outcomes.
Performing other duties as assigned.
Prioritizing assignments and workload to ensure timely and efficient patient transport.
Applying principles of body mechanics in transporting patients, beds, or other equipment.
Safely transporting patients to and from surgery.
Assisting Same Day Surgery & PACU RN’s when requested.
Arranging workload assignments to ensure availability for assisting with nursing staff needs in the OR, PACU, and Pre/Post-Op areas.
Gathering and assisting in assembling supplies, equipment or positioning aids needed for perioperative patient care.
Stocking designated supplies in the OR, PACU, and Pre/Post-Op areas.
Adhering to universal precautions.
Adhering to aseptic technique.
Maintaining inventory of designated supplies and equipment at appropriate par levels.
Maintaining equipment for proper functioning.
Maintaining adequate inventory and variety of compressed gas tanks.