Surgical Services Support Technician

UPMC • Harrisburg, PA

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About The Position

The Surgical Services Support Technician performs assigned tasks that contribute directly to patient care and related services under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse or Clinician. The role supports staff and helps facilitate case flow within Surgical Services. The technician maintains a safe, clean, and organized environment, assists with patient positioning and transfers, supports operating room setup and equipment maintenance, and communicates with the clinical team. The technician follows patient-care, hospital-information, and safety policies and practices.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent with one year of experience, preferably in customer service or healthcare; alternatively, enrollment in a healthcare training program requiring clinical rotations, with at least one clinical rotation completed.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• CPR certification based on AHA standards, including didactic and skills-demonstration components, required within 30 days of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting, with renewal.
• Act 33 clearance, with renewal.
• Act 34 clearance, with renewal.
• Act 73 FBI clearance, with renewal.

Nice To Haves

• Microcomputer experience.

Responsibilities

• Establish appropriate and effective communication strategies.
• Suggest and support change within the department or organization.
• Perform patient-care skills safely with an RN preceptor and in accordance with policy and procedure.
• Receive feedback and direction constructively, identify learning needs, and communicate them to the preceptor.
• Recognize how personal behavior affects the efficient functioning of the department or organization.
• Seek appropriate intervention from nursing, physician, or other health care team members.
• Improve knowledge, skills, and performance based on feedback or self-identified development needs.
• Maintain an environment conducive to patient safety and recovery, including completing safety checks; keeping the department and OR rooms clean and organized; cleaning department-specific equipment; changing bed linens; emptying linen hampers; keeping hallways clear; and returning equipment.
• Assist with patient positioning under RN supervision.
• Transport specimens to the laboratory.
• Open supplies and equipment to establish a sterile field.
• Assist with care, cleaning, and maintenance of specialty equipment, including lasers, video towers, microscopes, and positioning supplies.
• Assist nurses with instrument-tray setup and ordering; check daily with SPD for broken instruments and incomplete trays.
• Communicate with anesthesia and operating room staff to prioritize daily operating room assignments at the start of each shift, and remain accessible in operating rooms.
• Assist with moving patients on and off beds in the OR suite.
• Complete assigned work in a timely and productive manner.
• Adhere to policies and practices related to patient care and hospital information.
• Comply with safety policies and procedures, including standard precautions.
• Report equipment malfunctions to the appropriate department.
• Identify the need for and/or provide patient and family education.

What This Job Offers

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