Perioperative Services Tech

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Full-Time / 3p-11:30p

Emory Decatur Hospital is seeking a Perioperative Services Tech to join our team. This role supports the surgical team by assisting with patient care maintaining the perioperative environment and ensuring supplies and equipment are prepared and available for procedures. Working under the direction of a Registered Nurse or Surgical Technologist the Perioperative Services Tech plays an essential part in promoting safe efficient and high-quality care for patients undergoing surgical interventions.

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 20-50 lbs occasionally 11-25 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.

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