Perioperative Technician (full-time)

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Provides clinical support to the operating room and anesthesia as a member of the interdisciplinary team under the supervision of a licensed professional. Proactively supports efficiency, minimizes delays, and helps ensure safe patient care. Inventories, cleans, and maintains operating room and anesthesia equipment and supplies; maintains a clean and orderly environment; and transports patients as required. The role is a regular, full-time position working days, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Requirements

One year of experience in a hospital.
High school diploma or equivalent.
Complete department-defined competencies within six months of employment.
Knowledge of surgical supplies, anesthesia equipment, and environmental cleaning.
Ability to work well with diverse team members.
Ability to prioritize and organize workload using critical thinking skills.
Effective communication, initiative, flexibility, and teamwork.
Successfully pass the Basic Windows Skill Assessment with a score of 80% or higher within 30 days of employment.

Nice To Haves

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Certified Patient Care Technician/Assistant (CPCT/A), medical assistant, or emergency medical technician certification.
One year of experience in a healthcare facility.
Knowledge of anesthesia and/or equipment.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate competencies that incorporate age-specific guidelines for neonates, infants, early childhood, late childhood, adolescents, and adults.
Read the operating room schedule, anticipate needs, and set up for each case.
Facilitate room turnover, including cleaning and preparing the room, equipment, and anesthesia components.
Set up, inventory, and restock anesthesia and specialty carts.
Inventory, order, and maintain departmental supply stock according to departmental demand.
Assist with lifting, turning, positioning, and preparing patients for surgical procedures using proper body mechanics.
Transport blood or specimens to the laboratory.
Escort patients and families throughout the hospital.
Keep hallways and equipment rooms orderly, unobstructed, and compliant with fire codes.
Maintain supplies in holding areas and keep those areas free of clutter.
Check portable oxygen tanks daily and replace them when necessary.
Achieve 75% attendance at staff meetings, if applicable.
Support Joint Commission readiness.