Perioperative Support Technician (Nights) - .6FTE

Denver Health and Hospital Authority•Denver, CO

About The Position

Denver Health is recruiting a Perioperative Support Technician to join its Inpatient Operating Room team. The 11-room unit provides 24/7 surgical care for patients with complex and high-acuity needs and supports a broad range of surgical services. The role performs routine and specialized technical support functions under the supervision of a Registered Nurse as a member of the Perioperative Services team. It includes transporting patients, maintaining clean and prepared operating rooms, managing supplies and equipment, supporting sterilization, and following safety and infection-control procedures. The position is regular, 0.6 FTE, and works nights. A $4.50 night-shift differential is available. Denver Health describes itself as an integrated academic healthcare system and Colorado’s primary safety-net healthcare system. The organization highlights its mission, community service, and values of Respect, Belonging, Accountability, and Transparency.

Requirements

1–3 years of clinical experience in a hospital setting.
BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
Knowledge of and ability to use medical equipment and instruments to administer patient care.
Knowledge of common safety hazards and precautions for establishing a safe work environment.
Skill in maintaining records and recording test results.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patients, employees, physicians, and the public.
Ability to maintain quality-control standards.
Ability to react calmly and effectively in emergency situations.
Ability to interpret, adapt, and apply guidelines and procedures.
Ability to communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

Transport patients to the preoperative area and from the PACU, assisting with lifting, positioning, and transfers as needed while protecting patient comfort, safety, confidentiality, and privacy.
Coordinate with Sterile Processing and circulating nurses regarding the selection and transport of equipment, positioning devices, supplies, and instrumentation.
Check, clean, and restock assigned areas; return equipment, supplies, instrumentation, and case carts to their appropriate locations; and clean and set up rooms between cases.
Assist an RN with opening sterile supplies and support timely room turnovers.
Pick cases according to preference cards, including required equipment and positioning devices.
Follow operating-room sanitation and disinfection standards, established policies, recommendations, and infection-control procedures.
Maintain accurate records of patient status and care; complete checklists, write clear narratives, and enter data into the electronic health record as appropriate.
Manage patient workload effectively and adjust care according to volume, acuity, cases, census, and department needs without compromising patient care.
Plan and organize work, establish priorities, anticipate needs, and coordinate with other departments to ensure timely delivery of care and services.
Seek additional assignments during low-volume periods to support department effectiveness.
Promote teamwork and support across the work group, functions, and departments.
Seek assistance when needed to ensure quality patient care.
Respond respectfully and appropriately to patients, families, designated responsible parties, and others.
Identify safety and infection-control issues and follow hospital safety and infection-control policies and procedures.
Provide support in emergency response situations under the direction of medical staff.
Assist with the proper disposition of surgical specimens and hazardous materials according to applicable protocols.

Benefits

Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick time, and seven holidays.
Fully paid parental leave for up to six weeks.
Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contributions up to 9.5%.
Medical, dental, and vision plans, plus employer-paid disability and life insurance.
Well-being programs, including an on-site employee fitness center and the RESTORE Center.
Free RTD EcoPass for public transportation.
Childcare discount programs and discounts on brands, travel, and other perks.
Tuition reimbursement and assistance.
Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center.
Career advancement pathways, including a professional clinical advancement program and shared governance.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, free student loan coaching, and assistance navigating the PSLF program.
Eligibility for National Health Service Corps and Colorado Health Service Corps programs.