Perioperative Services Technician
Perioperative Services Technician
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Description
9am - 5:30pm / Full Time / 40hrs
Job Summary: The Perioperative Services Tech supports the surgical team by performing a variety of duties related to patient care environmental maintenance and supply handling in the operating room and perioperative areas. Working under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Surgical Technologist this position plays a key role in preparing the surgical environment and ensuring safe efficient care for patients undergoing procedures. Key Responsibilities: - Assists with patient care and observation duties under the supervision of a Registered Nurse LPN or Surgical Technologist. - May assist with set up of operating rooms for surgical procedures. - Opens sterile supplies and instruments under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Surgical Technologist ensuring proper aseptic technique is followed. - Stocks sets up and maintains specialty carts and equipment needed for surgical procedures. - Maintains supplies equipment and instruments in a clean and aseptic condition. - Performs routine cleaning disinfection and trash removal in the perioperative environment. - May assist with transporting patients safely to and from the operating area. - Replenishes stock of supplies medications (as permitted) and linens before during and after procedures. - Provides excellent customer service by greeting and assisting patients family members and healthcare team members. - Complies with hospital policies and safety standards including infection control and personal protective equipment (PPE) guidelines. - Performs other duties as assigned to support perioperative services.
Minimum Qualifications: - High school diploma or equivalent required. - Previous experience in a healthcare setting preferred but not required. Physical Requirements (Medium Work): - Ability to lift 2050 lbs occasionally 1125 lbs frequently and up to 10 lbs constantly. - Frequent standing and walking; occasional sitting. - Ability to perform close visual work including reading typing and inspecting sterile items. - Physical demands and tasks may vary based on assigned area. Work Environment: Exposure to potential hazards such as blood-borne pathogens biohazardous waste chemicals fumes communicable diseases and radiation. Working conditions include varying temperatures indoor/outdoor transitions and patient care environments. Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) including respirators as required. May involve shift work and occasional travel.
Additional Details
Emory is an equal opportunity employer and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.
Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcares Human Resources at . Please note that one weeks advance notice is preferred.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
