Surgery Support Technician

OU Health•Oklahoma City, OK

About The Position

General Description: Under immediate supervision, responsible for a variety of duties in support of the Surgical Suites. Essential Responsibilities: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. Transports patients, specimens, supplies, blood and equipment as directed. Ensure all procedures are followed for the safe transport of blood and other specimens Responsible for transporting patients and family to holding area or waiting rooms Observes and communicates to OR desk or Charge Nurse any changes such as patient not being ready Immediately reports any changes in patient’s condition during transport May be required to take emergency action as needed Helps to move and position patients in the Surgical Suite as needed Completes required documentation (Approximately 50% of duties.) Performs cleaning of operating rooms during turnover Follows established procedures and guidelines for cleaning operating rooms Performs daily and/or weekly cleaning within the Surgical Suites Maintains the cleanliness of the department which includes cleaning hallways, bathrooms, lounges and supply areas Complies with all relevant procedures and regulations related to hospital sanitation, cleanliness and safety Uses all cleaning products and equipment appropriately and safely Ensures that all procedures and regulations for proper disposal of waste items and material are followed Responsible for restocking supplies, linens and solutions Performs other support services as requested (Approximately 50% of duties.)

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
0-3 year of experience.
Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.
Ability to perform tasks in accordance with established policies, procedures and regulations.
Knowledge of basic cleaning techniques.
Good communication skills.
Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with hospital staff and patients.
Ability to function effectively as a member of a team.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
Ability to perform effectively in an emergency situation.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in healthcare preferred.

Responsibilities

Transports patients, specimens, supplies, blood and equipment as directed.
Ensure all procedures are followed for the safe transport of blood and other specimens
Responsible for transporting patients and family to holding area or waiting rooms
Observes and communicates to OR desk or Charge Nurse any changes such as patient not being ready
Immediately reports any changes in patient’s condition during transport
May be required to take emergency action as needed
Helps to move and position patients in the Surgical Suite as needed
Completes required documentation
Performs cleaning of operating rooms during turnover
Follows established procedures and guidelines for cleaning operating rooms
Performs daily and/or weekly cleaning within the Surgical Suites
Maintains the cleanliness of the department which includes cleaning hallways, bathrooms, lounges and supply areas
Complies with all relevant procedures and regulations related to hospital sanitation, cleanliness and safety
Uses all cleaning products and equipment appropriately and safely
Ensures that all procedures and regulations for proper disposal of waste items and material are followed
Responsible for restocking supplies, linens and solutions
Performs other support services as requested

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more.
We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.

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