Periop Core Technician, 40 Hours, Days
$41,600–$66,394 year
On-siteWorcester, Massachusetts, United States
Job Summary
Prepare Operating Rooms and perioperative areas, ensuring turnover occurs directly following procedures according to policy. Stage case carts by the designated suite, verifying all items are accounted for and complete with the OR nurse. Restock, maintain, and replace OR supplies and surgical instruments daily to ensure availability during surgical procedures. Clean areas and equipment, maintaining the cleanliness and physical appearance of the unit. This role supports internal and external customers including patients, families, nurses, physicians, and colleagues throughout Perioperative Services.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of a high school education or GED
- Current Basic Life Support or Heart Saver certification within 1 month of employment
- Must be able to read, write and communicate in English in a clear and concise manner
- Must utilize proper safety techniques and body mechanics in all work-related activities
- Must have strong interpersonal skills to gather information from individuals, build relationships that support collaborative work within the department and across the organization and provide exceptional service to patients
- Must have proven interpersonal skills to provides respectful, culturally and age-appropriate communication with patients, staff, family, visitors and others
- Ability to problem-solve routine situations and requests assistance from identified resources when more direction is needed
- Must be able to remain calm when under stress or in emergency situations
- Must be able to lift 50 lbs
Desired Qualifications
- Minimum of six (6) months of health care experience
- Prior experience working in an Operating Room assisting and/or supporting the surgical team in surgical procedures
- Medical terminology and computer skills
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