We are recruiting a full-time position to support patient care in the OR and GI Lab. Position will work Monday-Friday with variable start times between 0530 and 0830. Position is responsible for staffing elective surgical cases until 1700.
Call requirements of one weeknight per week and one weekend every 6 weeks.
Here are some details about what to expect about working for Aurora Medical Center – Washinton County:
5 ORs and 2 GI Procedure RoomsSurgical specialties include GI, Orthopedics, Gynecology, General, Ophthalmology, ENT, Urology, Spine, and PodiatryPatient population anywhere from 6 months to 90 years+Our team/family is comprised of Surgical techs/Assists, RNs, Surgical Schedulers and Operating Room Assistants6441 cases completed in 2023Ranked number 1 in the Aurora Midwest Region for surgical outpatient experience in 2022 and 2023-we are so proud!Aurora continues to offer leading benefits, and a competitive wage program to help you live your best life,
Sign on Bonuses up to $12,000(for full-time and amount based on experience)Top Referral programExCEL Professional Development for Surgical Techs/Assists with financial incentivesCareer progression ST I to ST II to Surgical Assist- progressions may require certifications and further education.Major Responsibilities:
Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal patient care. Utilizes aseptic surgical techniques in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for surgical procedures (e.g., assistance with gowning and gloving; preparation and draping of the surgical area; provision of a sterile field, instruments, suture and related materials; anticipation of the Surgeons' needs; passing of instruments and/or supplies; holding of retractors, observing and reporting possible breaks in aseptic technique; and assisting in maintaining a sterile, dry, unobstructed field).Performs all types of procedures and maintains basic knowledge of a variety of procedures.Ensures the environmental disinfection, safety and efficiency of the operating room. This includes setting up the room for each case including moving equipment (i.e., tables, cameras, microscopes, fracture table, and instrument pans), operating the various types of equipment used during operating room procedures, and returning equipment post procedure.Functions as a Second Assistant as necessary.Notifies appropriate staff of equipment and supply problems.Transports patients and/or equipment and supplies.Maintains a specialty cart or item, ensuring its completeness and availability. This includes checking the working condition of equipment, sterility, and sending damaged items out for repair.Performs various patient positioning and transporting duties, which require lifting and pushing/pulling, while utilizing proper technique.Must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served. Must demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and possess the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to his/her age-specific needs, and to provide the care needed as described in the department's policies and procedures. Age-specific information is developed further in the departmental job standards.
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This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.