Surgical Support Technician - Outpatient Surgery Center OR

University of Virginia

20h•$19 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Novice level/novice performs and facilitate the set up and break down of OR surgical rooms. The SST I will: • Sort and dispose contaminated materials per hospital guidelines. • Patient transport to and from Surgery, providing comfort and report concerns as needed (Main O.R. Only). • Demonstrate of infection control principles and aseptic techniques • Demonstrates an understanding of the normal growth and development of the pediatric, adolescent, adult populations and normal aging process of the elderly. • Work cooperatively with the surgical team. • Competency in the practice of advanced level case assignment and advanced level equipment. • Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology. • Demonstrated knowledge of the use of equipment, instruments and supplies. • Demonstrates knowledge of surgical procedures and terminology. • Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; work independently with minimal supervision; perform basic math functions; manage multiple assignments effectively; work well under pressure; problem solve; organize and prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail. Readiness of assigned rooms (all equipment, orientation of room is ready for case.) (Non Patient Care Duties) Readiness of assigned rooms (all equipment, orientation of room is ready for case.) (Patient Care Duties/Patient Safety). Patient Safety: (Cleans surfaces and equipment in the Operating Room (OR) Housekeeping Duties: (Collects and discards hospital waste using standard precautions and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines) Personal Growth and Development Cleans area and keeps stock in order. In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

HS Diploma or equivalent.
0 years of experience (1 year preferred)
BLS within 2 months of hire.
Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills
Attention to detail and ability to write legibly
Ability to lift/push/pull 25-50lbs.
Working in environment with fumes, chemicals, vibrations, heat, noise, blood/body fluids and infectious disease and ability to write legibly
Ability to lift/push/pull 25-50lbs.
Working in environment with fumes, chemicals, vibrations, heat, noise, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

Nice To Haves

CNA or EMT preferred.

Responsibilities

Sort and dispose contaminated materials per hospital guidelines.
Patient transport to and from Surgery, providing comfort and report concerns as needed (Main O.R. Only).
Demonstrate of infection control principles and aseptic techniques
Demonstrates an understanding of the normal growth and development of the pediatric, adolescent, adult populations and normal aging process of the elderly.
Work cooperatively with the surgical team.
Competency in the practice of advanced level case assignment and advanced level equipment.
Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology.
Demonstrated knowledge of the use of equipment, instruments and supplies.
Demonstrates knowledge of surgical procedures and terminology.
Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think critically; work independently with minimal supervision; perform basic math functions; manage multiple assignments effectively; work well under pressure; problem solve; organize and prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail.
Readiness of assigned rooms (all equipment, orientation of room is ready for case.) (Non Patient Care Duties)
Readiness of assigned rooms (all equipment, orientation of room is ready for case.) (Patient Care Duties/Patient Safety).
Patient Safety: (Cleans surfaces and equipment in the Operating Room (OR)
Housekeeping Duties: (Collects and discards hospital waste using standard precautions and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines)
Personal Growth and Development Cleans area and keeps stock in order.