Surgical Room Specialist

University of Vermont Health Network • Burlington, VT

10d • $23 - $33 • Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical Room Specialist I functions within the policies and procedures of UVMMC and Peri-Operative Services. This position encompasses both the clinical and technical activities of assisting with patient care, before, during and after surgical procedures to include patient positioning, patient transport, OR equipment preparation and maintenance, inventory control, anesthesia support during intubation, pathological and laboratory specimen handling and participation in quality control initiatives. The Surgical Room Specialist I will work closely with OR RNs, OR Technicians, Surgeons, Anesthesia Providers, Pharmacy, Operating Room Staff and Biomedical Engineering. They will help maintain a safe and clean physical work environment. The Surgical Room Specialist I works under the direction and supervision of OR Leadership.

Requirements

• HS Diploma or GED
• 1 year of patient care experience is preferred
• This is a bargaining union position.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with patient care before, during, and after surgical procedures
• Patient positioning
• Patient transport
• OR equipment preparation and maintenance
• Inventory control
• Anesthesia support during intubation
• Pathological and laboratory specimen handling
• Participation in quality control initiatives
• Maintaining a safe and clean physical work environment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED