Meadows Regional Medical Center
One Meadows Way Vidalia Georgia 30474 United States
JOB SUMMARY
The OB Tech is responsible for patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The position is responsible for duties related to scrubbing and assisting the obstetrician with C-Sections and maintaining a sterile field with appropriate surgical instruments, supplies and solutions for the procedure. The position requires knowledge of both department and hospital policies and procedures relevant to the delivery of nursing care. The primary method to express or exchange ideas is through the spoken word. Written, telephone, and manual dexterity skills are required for the position. Other duties include, but are not limited to answering the telephone and patient call lights, greeting family members at nurses station, keeping patient record forms available on the patient chart, graphing patient vital signs, placing lab and x-ray reports on the record, obtaining old medical records, conveying messages to and from medical staff / nursing staff ancillary departments, and patient / family, keeping accurate running count of patients on unit, and keeping current and accurate record of patients’ diets, as needed. This person may be required to work around supplies containing medications. It is his/her responsibility to keep them secure and deliver them, if required, directly to the intended clinical location without leaving them unattended.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION REQUIRED
High School Diploma or GED Coursework at Technical School/College
Technical School Diploma or Certificate in: - Surgical Tech
EDUCATION PREFERRED
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
N/A
EXPERIENCE PREFERRED
1 Year Minimum in Related Role - Surg Tech experience
CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED
BLS
Certified Surgical Tech
CERTIFICATIONS PREFERRED
N/A
WORKING CONDITIONS
Clinical Work: May be subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions. In general the worker will in an environment controlled area but may be briefly exposed to the elements. In the normal environment, worker will be subject to light noise. Exposure to possible work hazards include but are not limited to physical conditions, exposures to chemicals, radiation, infectious diseases and biohazardous materials. Worker may be required to function around prisoners and mental patients.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Clinical Work: This position requires a moderate amount of physical work and frequent lifting in excess of 35lbs. Clinical Staff are required to assist patients, lift, carry, push, pull, stoop, stretch or otherwise move objects. Walking and standing are required in addition to some sedentary work. The essential duties of this position require an appropriate level of visual acuity and sense of hearing and feeling, as well as an ability to communicate. This work may require repetitive motion.
Mar 22, 2019
Full-time
JOB SUMMARY
The OB Tech is responsible for patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The position is responsible for duties related to scrubbing and assisting the obstetrician with C-Sections and maintaining a sterile field with appropriate surgical instruments, supplies and solutions for the procedure. The position requires knowledge of both department and hospital policies and procedures relevant to the delivery of nursing care. The primary method to express or exchange ideas is through the spoken word. Written, telephone, and manual dexterity skills are required for the position. Other duties include, but are not limited to answering the telephone and patient call lights, greeting family members at nurses station, keeping patient record forms available on the patient chart, graphing patient vital signs, placing lab and x-ray reports on the record, obtaining old medical records, conveying messages to and from medical staff / nursing staff ancillary departments, and patient / family, keeping accurate running count of patients on unit, and keeping current and accurate record of patients’ diets, as needed. This person may be required to work around supplies containing medications. It is his/her responsibility to keep them secure and deliver them, if required, directly to the intended clinical location without leaving them unattended.
POSITION REQUIREMENTS
EDUCATION REQUIRED
High School Diploma or GED Coursework at Technical School/College
Technical School Diploma or Certificate in: - Surgical Tech
EDUCATION PREFERRED
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
N/A
EXPERIENCE PREFERRED
1 Year Minimum in Related Role - Surg Tech experience
CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED
BLS
Certified Surgical Tech
CERTIFICATIONS PREFERRED
N/A
WORKING CONDITIONS
Clinical Work: May be subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions. In general the worker will in an environment controlled area but may be briefly exposed to the elements. In the normal environment, worker will be subject to light noise. Exposure to possible work hazards include but are not limited to physical conditions, exposures to chemicals, radiation, infectious diseases and biohazardous materials. Worker may be required to function around prisoners and mental patients.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Clinical Work: This position requires a moderate amount of physical work and frequent lifting in excess of 35lbs. Clinical Staff are required to assist patients, lift, carry, push, pull, stoop, stretch or otherwise move objects. Walking and standing are required in addition to some sedentary work. The essential duties of this position require an appropriate level of visual acuity and sense of hearing and feeling, as well as an ability to communicate. This work may require repetitive motion.
Confluence Health
820 North Chelan Avenue Wenatchee Washington 98801 United States
Position Summary:
Perform all routine diagnostic exams, including all surgical procedures, general fluoroscopy, and trauma exams utilizing radiographic, fluoroscopy, portable and c-arm equipment. Provide patients with safe, courteous and efficient care. Assist in other sections of the department as needed.
Position Reports To:
Reports to Radiology Manager.
Essential Functions:
Essential Functions:
Prepares for and performs all x-ray examinations including but not limited to routine, fluoroscopy, operating room, and portable.
Assists radiologist or attending physician with special exams to provide maximum diagnostic information in a professional, efficient manner.
Assists clinical instructor and provides direct training and supervision to student technologists.
Completes “Informed Consent” and “Prescreening” forms as needed.
Administers contrast media under physician supervision.
Maintains the cleanliness of all x-ray equipment and associated minor equipment in accordance with infection control policies and procedures.
Required to take standby and be on call as needed. If on call, will be available within 20 minutes of notification of need.
Follows good radiation safety, quality assurance and infection control procedures.
Understands and follows all universal precautions and personal protective equipment requirements.
Utilizes PACS, RIS, and current EMR efficiently and completes required paperwork for each examination performed.
Reviews and evaluates diagnostic images for technical quality.
Completes the education and competencies to perform EKGs as needed.
Complies with all continuing education requirements as dictated by regulatory entities.
Attend department meetings and participate in all annual required training and in-service training.
Lifts patients as needed and when this can be accomplished safely and according to policy. Transfers patients using safe ergonomic technique and utilizes the hydraulic lift or other safe patient handling devices and the patient's family members or caregivers when necessary.
Participates in Quality Improvement Programs.
Required to maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
Other duties as assigned.
Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance at all times.
Qualifications:
Required:
Must be a graduate of a course in Radiologic Technology approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (A.R.R.T.).
Clinical experience in diagnostic radiology and fluoroscopy obtained during completion of an approved course by the A.R.R.T.
A.R.R.T. registered or within 6 months of hire date (actively pursuing registry with an ACTIVE Washington State X-ray Technician license).
Washington State Certification as Radiologic Technologist within 6 months of hire date.
Desired:
Certification or registry in any other diagnostic imaging field.
Possesses basic computer (e.g., spreadsheets, word processing) skills.
Physical/Sensory Demands:
O = Occasional, represents 1 to 25% or up to 30 minutes in a 2 hour workday.
F = Frequent, represents 26 to 50% or up to 1 hour of a 2 hour workday.
C = Continuous, represents 51% to 100% or up to 2 hours of a 2 hour workday.
Physical/Sensory Demands For This Position:
Walking - F
Sitting/Standing - F
Reaching: Shoulder Height - F
Reaching: Above shoulder height - F
Reaching: Below shoulder height - F
Climbing - O
Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds or less - F
Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - F
Pulling/Pushing: Over 50 pounds - F
Lifting: 25 pounds or less - F
Lifting: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - F
Lifting: Over 50 pounds - O
Carrying: 25 pounds or less - F
Carrying: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - O
Carrying: Over 50 pounds - O
Crawling/Kneeling - O
Bending/Stooping/Crouching - F
Twisting/Turning - F
Repetitive Movement - F
Working Conditions:
Moderate amount of time requirements outside normal working hours. Requires walking, standing, reaching above, below and at shoulder height. Requires crawling, kneeling, bending, stooping, crouching, twisting, turning and repetitive movements. Lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds, assists in lifting patients weighing up to 450 pounds and places them in appropriate positions with the use of safe patient handling equipment. Requires manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination for operation of equipment. Requires eyesight correctable to a level sufficient to operate equipment, review diagnostic images, and complete associated paperwork. Depth perception is required. Required hearing correctable to a level sufficient to use the telephone and hear a patient speaking when your back is turned. The abilities to smell and to feel when touching are required.
Job Classification:
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Hourly/Salary:
Hourly
Physical Exposures:
Physical Exposures For This Position:
Unprotected Heights - No
Heat - No
Cold - No
Mechanical Hazards - Yes
Hazardous Substances - Yes
Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure Potential - Yes
Lighting - No
Noise - No
Ionizing/Non-Ionizing Radiation – Yes
Infectious Diseases - Yes
Mar 21, 2019
Other
Position Summary:
Perform all routine diagnostic exams, including all surgical procedures, general fluoroscopy, and trauma exams utilizing radiographic, fluoroscopy, portable and c-arm equipment. Provide patients with safe, courteous and efficient care. Assist in other sections of the department as needed.
Position Reports To:
Reports to Radiology Manager.
Essential Functions:
Essential Functions:
Prepares for and performs all x-ray examinations including but not limited to routine, fluoroscopy, operating room, and portable.
Assists radiologist or attending physician with special exams to provide maximum diagnostic information in a professional, efficient manner.
Assists clinical instructor and provides direct training and supervision to student technologists.
Completes “Informed Consent” and “Prescreening” forms as needed.
Administers contrast media under physician supervision.
Maintains the cleanliness of all x-ray equipment and associated minor equipment in accordance with infection control policies and procedures.
Required to take standby and be on call as needed. If on call, will be available within 20 minutes of notification of need.
Follows good radiation safety, quality assurance and infection control procedures.
Understands and follows all universal precautions and personal protective equipment requirements.
Utilizes PACS, RIS, and current EMR efficiently and completes required paperwork for each examination performed.
Reviews and evaluates diagnostic images for technical quality.
Completes the education and competencies to perform EKGs as needed.
Complies with all continuing education requirements as dictated by regulatory entities.
Attend department meetings and participate in all annual required training and in-service training.
Lifts patients as needed and when this can be accomplished safely and according to policy. Transfers patients using safe ergonomic technique and utilizes the hydraulic lift or other safe patient handling devices and the patient's family members or caregivers when necessary.
Participates in Quality Improvement Programs.
Required to maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
Other duties as assigned.
Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance at all times.
Qualifications:
Required:
Must be a graduate of a course in Radiologic Technology approved by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (A.R.R.T.).
Clinical experience in diagnostic radiology and fluoroscopy obtained during completion of an approved course by the A.R.R.T.
A.R.R.T. registered or within 6 months of hire date (actively pursuing registry with an ACTIVE Washington State X-ray Technician license).
Washington State Certification as Radiologic Technologist within 6 months of hire date.
Desired:
Certification or registry in any other diagnostic imaging field.
Possesses basic computer (e.g., spreadsheets, word processing) skills.
Physical/Sensory Demands:
O = Occasional, represents 1 to 25% or up to 30 minutes in a 2 hour workday.
F = Frequent, represents 26 to 50% or up to 1 hour of a 2 hour workday.
C = Continuous, represents 51% to 100% or up to 2 hours of a 2 hour workday.
Physical/Sensory Demands For This Position:
Walking - F
Sitting/Standing - F
Reaching: Shoulder Height - F
Reaching: Above shoulder height - F
Reaching: Below shoulder height - F
Climbing - O
Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds or less - F
Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - F
Pulling/Pushing: Over 50 pounds - F
Lifting: 25 pounds or less - F
Lifting: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - F
Lifting: Over 50 pounds - O
Carrying: 25 pounds or less - F
Carrying: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - O
Carrying: Over 50 pounds - O
Crawling/Kneeling - O
Bending/Stooping/Crouching - F
Twisting/Turning - F
Repetitive Movement - F
Working Conditions:
Moderate amount of time requirements outside normal working hours. Requires walking, standing, reaching above, below and at shoulder height. Requires crawling, kneeling, bending, stooping, crouching, twisting, turning and repetitive movements. Lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds, assists in lifting patients weighing up to 450 pounds and places them in appropriate positions with the use of safe patient handling equipment. Requires manual and finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination for operation of equipment. Requires eyesight correctable to a level sufficient to operate equipment, review diagnostic images, and complete associated paperwork. Depth perception is required. Required hearing correctable to a level sufficient to use the telephone and hear a patient speaking when your back is turned. The abilities to smell and to feel when touching are required.
Job Classification:
FLSA:
Non-Exempt
Hourly/Salary:
Hourly
Physical Exposures:
Physical Exposures For This Position:
Unprotected Heights - No
Heat - No
Cold - No
Mechanical Hazards - Yes
Hazardous Substances - Yes
Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure Potential - Yes
Lighting - No
Noise - No
Ionizing/Non-Ionizing Radiation – Yes
Infectious Diseases - Yes
Maine Health
22 Bramhall St. Portland Maine 04102 United States
Position Summary
The PST performs direct and indirect patient care in the Perioperative setting and assists in maintaining a clean and safe environment.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
High School Diploma or equivalent with two years work experience required.
Ability to anticipate, prioritize and coordinate work in a high stress, fast paced environment required.
Which involves responding to emergency situations and tight schedules.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills preferred.
Basic computer knowledge helpful.
Willing to work on rotating shifts.
Requires 3 to 6 weeks of on the job training in order to become familiar with:
Physical plant and operating room procedures including
Principles of asepsis
Operation of OR beds and equipment
Case cart checking procedures
Names of surgical instruments and equipment
Safe handling of O2 tanks.
Mar 21, 2019
Full-time
Position Summary
The PST performs direct and indirect patient care in the Perioperative setting and assists in maintaining a clean and safe environment.
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
High School Diploma or equivalent with two years work experience required.
Ability to anticipate, prioritize and coordinate work in a high stress, fast paced environment required.
Which involves responding to emergency situations and tight schedules.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills preferred.
Basic computer knowledge helpful.
Willing to work on rotating shifts.
Requires 3 to 6 weeks of on the job training in order to become familiar with:
Physical plant and operating room procedures including
Principles of asepsis
Operation of OR beds and equipment
Case cart checking procedures
Names of surgical instruments and equipment
Safe handling of O2 tanks.
Cullman Regional Medical Center
1912 AL Hwy 157 Cullman Alabama 35058 United States
Central Sterile Tech
A central processing technician is a medical professional specializing in preparing surgical instruments and equipment for surgical procedures. Their primary duties would include decontamination, cleaning, assembling, packaging, scanning, sterilization, storage and distribution of reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment. Other duties would include case cart preparation, inventory management responsibilities, transportation of case carts and instrument trays to OR suites. These technicians would need excellent attention to detail, interpersonal and communication skills in this high paced environment. Working knowledge of computers would be a plus. On-call responsibilities may be a job responsibility in the near future.
Must obtain Sterile Tech certification by the end of first year
Candidates must have one year of hospital experience
Training will be provided
Mar 21, 2019
Full-time
Central Sterile Tech
A central processing technician is a medical professional specializing in preparing surgical instruments and equipment for surgical procedures. Their primary duties would include decontamination, cleaning, assembling, packaging, scanning, sterilization, storage and distribution of reusable surgical instrumentation and equipment. Other duties would include case cart preparation, inventory management responsibilities, transportation of case carts and instrument trays to OR suites. These technicians would need excellent attention to detail, interpersonal and communication skills in this high paced environment. Working knowledge of computers would be a plus. On-call responsibilities may be a job responsibility in the near future.
Must obtain Sterile Tech certification by the end of first year
Candidates must have one year of hospital experience
Training will be provided
Indian River Medical Center
1000 36th St Vero Beach Florida 32960 United States
BASIC FUNCTION:
The Surgical Technician assists in the care of patients in the Operating Room and the care, preparation, and maintenance of sterile and unsterile supplies and equipment.
The Surgical Technician is responsible to the Surgical Service Management Team and/or professional nurse for performance on the job. NATURE AND SCOPE:
This position has interactions with patients, clinical and support staff as well as management and physicians.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Supports the mission, vision and values of the hospital.
Responsible for working in a safe and protective manner at all times keeping in mind that safety and environmental hazards are the responsibility of all employees for themselves, other staff members and patients.
Cleans and assembles specialized equipment for surgical procedures.
Orders as directed sterile and unsterile supplies for surgical cases from Sterile Prep.
Assists circulating nurse in setting up Operating Room with instruments and supplies peculiar to type of surgery.
Scrubs in prescribed manner and dons sterile gown and glove per standard.
Arranges instruments and other sterile articles in specified fashion.
Takes sponge count and needle and instrument counts with RN circulator.
Demonstrates proper draping technique.
Assists with gowning and gloving of members of the surgical team.
Demonstrates knowledge of the step to step progress of specific surgical procedures.
Applies the principles of aseptic technique to provide optimal patient care.
Controls the location of contaminated instruments and supplies to prevent the spread of infection.
Cleans table, cares for instruments and specimens.
Places soiled equipment on cart to be returned to Sterile Prep.
Assists in preparation of room for next case.
Demonstrates knowledge of the specific use of surgical instruments, equipment and supplies used for surgical procedures.
Demonstrates knowledge of proper sterilization methods.
Assists with the positioning of the patient.
Assists in patient skin preparation.
Identifies and reacts positively to emergency situations.
Assists with post-operative dressings.
Assists with the application of casts.
Familiarizes self with the medications commonly used in the surgical setting.
Checks all medication with circulator for name and expiration date.
Labels all medications on back table appropriately (syringes, cups, etc.).
Informs surgeon of the name and strength of medication to be used prior to administration.
Attends inservices and is compliant with essential education without prompting from manager.
Performs other duties as assigned.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
Recognizes the importance of teamwork, consideration and cooperation.
Functions efficiently and in a professional manner in all aspects of surgical care, during both routine and special duties and procedures.
Demonstrates initiative in expanding knowledge of new surgical procedures and subjects relating to the operating room and to the surgical patient.
Recognizes legal and policy limits of individual responsibility.
Relates operating room services to the total hospital environment.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A minimum of high school education or its equivalent.
CPR Certification required from American Heart or American Red Cross.
Graduate of accredited surgical technology school or one year as a Surgical Technician.
One (1) year experience as a surgical technician preferred. IRMC IS A DRUG AND NICOTINE FREE WORKPLACE
Mar 21, 2019
Full-time
BASIC FUNCTION:
The Surgical Technician assists in the care of patients in the Operating Room and the care, preparation, and maintenance of sterile and unsterile supplies and equipment.
The Surgical Technician is responsible to the Surgical Service Management Team and/or professional nurse for performance on the job. NATURE AND SCOPE:
This position has interactions with patients, clinical and support staff as well as management and physicians.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:
Supports the mission, vision and values of the hospital.
Responsible for working in a safe and protective manner at all times keeping in mind that safety and environmental hazards are the responsibility of all employees for themselves, other staff members and patients.
Cleans and assembles specialized equipment for surgical procedures.
Orders as directed sterile and unsterile supplies for surgical cases from Sterile Prep.
Assists circulating nurse in setting up Operating Room with instruments and supplies peculiar to type of surgery.
Scrubs in prescribed manner and dons sterile gown and glove per standard.
Arranges instruments and other sterile articles in specified fashion.
Takes sponge count and needle and instrument counts with RN circulator.
Demonstrates proper draping technique.
Assists with gowning and gloving of members of the surgical team.
Demonstrates knowledge of the step to step progress of specific surgical procedures.
Applies the principles of aseptic technique to provide optimal patient care.
Controls the location of contaminated instruments and supplies to prevent the spread of infection.
Cleans table, cares for instruments and specimens.
Places soiled equipment on cart to be returned to Sterile Prep.
Assists in preparation of room for next case.
Demonstrates knowledge of the specific use of surgical instruments, equipment and supplies used for surgical procedures.
Demonstrates knowledge of proper sterilization methods.
Assists with the positioning of the patient.
Assists in patient skin preparation.
Identifies and reacts positively to emergency situations.
Assists with post-operative dressings.
Assists with the application of casts.
Familiarizes self with the medications commonly used in the surgical setting.
Checks all medication with circulator for name and expiration date.
Labels all medications on back table appropriately (syringes, cups, etc.).
Informs surgeon of the name and strength of medication to be used prior to administration.
Attends inservices and is compliant with essential education without prompting from manager.
Performs other duties as assigned.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
Recognizes the importance of teamwork, consideration and cooperation.
Functions efficiently and in a professional manner in all aspects of surgical care, during both routine and special duties and procedures.
Demonstrates initiative in expanding knowledge of new surgical procedures and subjects relating to the operating room and to the surgical patient.
Recognizes legal and policy limits of individual responsibility.
Relates operating room services to the total hospital environment.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:
A minimum of high school education or its equivalent.
CPR Certification required from American Heart or American Red Cross.
Graduate of accredited surgical technology school or one year as a Surgical Technician.
One (1) year experience as a surgical technician preferred. IRMC IS A DRUG AND NICOTINE FREE WORKPLACE
Southern Ohio Medical Center
1805 27th St. Portsmouth Ohio 45662 United States
GENERAL SUMMARY
Works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. The LPN's primary job function is to assist the RN in assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, and supervising individual patient care on a nursing unit according to unit policies and procedures. Assists the RN with implementation of care plans. Supports each strategic value by providing excellent care to those we serve. Performs surgical technician duties in the scrub role. Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
High School Diploma or successful completion of an equivalent High School Exam Required
Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing required
Licensure:
LPN(OH) required
IV required
BLS within 90 days of hire required
Experience:
None
Interpersonal Skills:
Ability to develop positive interactions with patients, patient families, physicians, and staff in order to effectively care for the patient.
Essential Technical/Motor Skills:
Hand/eye coordination in order to give injections, draw blood, start IVs, use computer, etc. Speak clearly to communicate with patients, patient families, staff, and physicians regarding patient condition and care.
Essential Physical Requirements:
The physical demand is heavy. Occasionally lifts in excess of 100 pounds and frequently carries 50 pounds. Stands or walks for greater than 50% of shift with regular breaks when assessing and interviewing patients and providing skilled nursing. Sits for one to three hours per shift when reviewing diagnostic data and completing required documentation. Ability to use hands for repetitive simple grasping, fine manipulation, and pushing and pulling when attending to a patient's physical needs, operating patient care equipment, and recording responses to medications and treatment. Occasionally bends, squats, climbs, crawls, and reaches above shoulder level when rendering skilled nursing.
Essential Mental Requirements:
Has considerable contact with the general public and customer when performing all aspects of job. Occasionally works under close supervision and without the assistance of other personnel. Requires the ability to cope with deadlines, adjust to irregular activity schedules, concentrates, and pay close attention to detail when performing patient assessments, completing required documentation and preparing and administering medication.
Essential Sensory Requirements:
Good vision is required when providing skilled nursing, reviewing diagnostic data, and completing required documentation. The ability to communicate clearly is required when instructing and comforting patients and their families and maintaining effective contact with physicians and a variety of hospital personnel.
Exposure to Hazards:
Works in good physical surroundings. Occasionally exposed to dust, odors, body fluids, toxic substances, unpleasant patient care activities, and infectious diseases. Frequently exposed to noise.
Other:
N/A
JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES AND PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
The following is a summary of the major job duties of this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.
Assists in completion of the nursing assessment of patients and documents appropriately on patient record.
Assists with developing, evaluating and updating a plan of care based upon the assessment of the patient.
Assists with the discharge planning process.
Provides, delegates, and coordinates patient care.
Facilitates patient/family teaching as appropriate.
Scrubs in on all types of surgical procedures.
Identifies patient needs/physician preferences for surgical supplies, equipment, and instruments, including updating physician preference lists.
Organizes activities to meet the surgery schedule.
Performs technical skills in accordance with policies and procedures.
Performs “on-call” duties as required.
Orients new employees.
Decontaminates instruments and equipment as indicated. Inspects and identifies instruments in need of repair.
Prioritizes workload to complete surgery schedule.
Assists staff members in locating instruments and equipment.
Assists in maintaining a clean, safe environment in the OR.
Contributes and fosters the team approach in all unit operations.
Maintains positive interactions with customers.
Assists with the deliveries and patient care duties.
Participates in hourly rounding and bedside shift report.
Answers call lights and responds to patient needs.
Performs pre-cleaning, decontamination, and transports instruments that have been used on patients appropriately.
Performs surgical technician duties in the scrub role.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Mar 21, 2019
Full-time
GENERAL SUMMARY
Works under the supervision of the Registered Nurse. The LPN's primary job function is to assist the RN in assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating, and supervising individual patient care on a nursing unit according to unit policies and procedures. Assists the RN with implementation of care plans. Supports each strategic value by providing excellent care to those we serve. Performs surgical technician duties in the scrub role. Performs other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
High School Diploma or successful completion of an equivalent High School Exam Required
Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing required
Licensure:
LPN(OH) required
IV required
BLS within 90 days of hire required
Experience:
None
Interpersonal Skills:
Ability to develop positive interactions with patients, patient families, physicians, and staff in order to effectively care for the patient.
Essential Technical/Motor Skills:
Hand/eye coordination in order to give injections, draw blood, start IVs, use computer, etc. Speak clearly to communicate with patients, patient families, staff, and physicians regarding patient condition and care.
Essential Physical Requirements:
The physical demand is heavy. Occasionally lifts in excess of 100 pounds and frequently carries 50 pounds. Stands or walks for greater than 50% of shift with regular breaks when assessing and interviewing patients and providing skilled nursing. Sits for one to three hours per shift when reviewing diagnostic data and completing required documentation. Ability to use hands for repetitive simple grasping, fine manipulation, and pushing and pulling when attending to a patient's physical needs, operating patient care equipment, and recording responses to medications and treatment. Occasionally bends, squats, climbs, crawls, and reaches above shoulder level when rendering skilled nursing.
Essential Mental Requirements:
Has considerable contact with the general public and customer when performing all aspects of job. Occasionally works under close supervision and without the assistance of other personnel. Requires the ability to cope with deadlines, adjust to irregular activity schedules, concentrates, and pay close attention to detail when performing patient assessments, completing required documentation and preparing and administering medication.
Essential Sensory Requirements:
Good vision is required when providing skilled nursing, reviewing diagnostic data, and completing required documentation. The ability to communicate clearly is required when instructing and comforting patients and their families and maintaining effective contact with physicians and a variety of hospital personnel.
Exposure to Hazards:
Works in good physical surroundings. Occasionally exposed to dust, odors, body fluids, toxic substances, unpleasant patient care activities, and infectious diseases. Frequently exposed to noise.
Other:
N/A
JOB SPECIFIC DUTIES AND PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS
The following is a summary of the major job duties of this job. Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below. Specific activities may change from time to time.
Assists in completion of the nursing assessment of patients and documents appropriately on patient record.
Assists with developing, evaluating and updating a plan of care based upon the assessment of the patient.
Assists with the discharge planning process.
Provides, delegates, and coordinates patient care.
Facilitates patient/family teaching as appropriate.
Scrubs in on all types of surgical procedures.
Identifies patient needs/physician preferences for surgical supplies, equipment, and instruments, including updating physician preference lists.
Organizes activities to meet the surgery schedule.
Performs technical skills in accordance with policies and procedures.
Performs “on-call” duties as required.
Orients new employees.
Decontaminates instruments and equipment as indicated. Inspects and identifies instruments in need of repair.
Prioritizes workload to complete surgery schedule.
Assists staff members in locating instruments and equipment.
Assists in maintaining a clean, safe environment in the OR.
Contributes and fosters the team approach in all unit operations.
Maintains positive interactions with customers.
Assists with the deliveries and patient care duties.
Participates in hourly rounding and bedside shift report.
Answers call lights and responds to patient needs.
Performs pre-cleaning, decontamination, and transports instruments that have been used on patients appropriately.
Performs surgical technician duties in the scrub role.
Performs other duties as assigned.
LCMC Health
2000 Canal St. New Orleans Louisiana 70112 United States
University Medical Center New Orleans is the academic medical center of LCMC Health and the ultimate expression of a nearly 300-year legacy of serving the people of New Orleans and South Louisiana. With our academic partners, including Louisiana State University and Tulane University Schools of Medicine, we are training the next generation of healthcare professionals and leading research to find tomorrow's cures and treatments. From expert primary care and the widest variety of specialty care to cutting edge emergency care and the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center, UMC offers the area the widest breadth of healthcare services. Click here to view a video of our Surgery Department. We are looking for medical professionals who are just as passionate as we are about providing the best medical care in the safest environment. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. Whether you're a seasoned healthcare professional or just starting out, a career at UMC places you at the center of a dynamic community of providers, learners and staff with a singular focus on patient-centric care. We offer a state-of-the-art facility with breakthrough technology, and professionals committed to helping our community become healthier . POSITION SUMMARY: The purpose of the job is to provide support, guidance, and education within the surgical environment as it relates to appropriate instrumentation, maintenance of a sterile field, and safe practices to enhance patient outcomes. The Surgical Technician Lead functions within the guidelines of a Surgical Technician to establish and maintain a sterile field and safe environment throughout the surgical procedure, to assess instrumentation and equipment needs, and to anticipate and provide instrumentation and equipment needs for the surgeon's use in a timely manner to enhance patient outcomes. JOB REQUIREMENTS: Education: Successful completion of a technical or vocational school surgical technician program; Associate Degree Surgical Technician, preferred. Experience: Two (2 ) years surgical tech experience, five (5) preferred. License/Certification: Basic Life Support-HCP, Required. Certified Surgical Technologist, Preferred. POSITION DUTIES:
Identifies surgical technician educational needs through observation and audits as it relates to infection control practices at the sterile field, efficiency in case preparations, and overall knowledge of instrumentation.
Conduct quality audits to insure appropriate infection control and compliance safe guards are followed to drive expected patient outcomes.
Act as the OR Liaison to actively address OR frictions as it relates to instrument issues. Collaborates with supervisors and staff to provide guidance in instrument needs and resource management.
Provides periodic tray reviews with surgeons, supervisors, and staff to streamline/minimize tray contents.
Maintains preference cards to provide accurate case preparation and appropriate resources needed during surgical procedures. Requires periodic reviews with surgeons in order to drive accuracy, decrease cost associated with waste, increase efficiency within the surgical environment.
Demonstrates knowledge and practice of basic patient care concepts: Performs and/or provides scrub assistance during procedures which reflect awareness of anatomy, necessary principles, skills, supplies and adequate knowledge base. Assists the circulating nurse in implementing the perioperative plan of care to include: patient positioning, confirmation/preparation of operative site, updating physician preference card, care of operative specimens and room turnover. Demonstrates the application of the principles of asepsis: Adheres to unit specific standards, policies and procedures for aseptic technique.
Demonstrates the ability to perform the role of first scrub on all basic surgical cases: Anticipates the needs of the surgeon, which includes passing instruments, sutures and other items appropriate to the procedure. Establishes and maintains and organized sterile field. Assists the surgeon by retracting tissue, holding instrumentation to provide exposure and cutting suture under the direct supervision of the surgeon. Supply Room Access: Enters supply room(s) on nursing units as needed to perform necessary job functions. Refrains from manipulating or removing any intravenous fluids that are stored in the area.
Selects proper sterilization method of instruments/equipment: sterilizes prior to procedures, as necessary and verifies instruments as sterile. Takes corrective action when any unsafe practice, conditions or breaks in aseptic technique occur and reports information to the circulating nurse. Demonstrates basic surgical case preparation skills: Assists with pulling cases and checks case cart for completeness, obtains supplies and equipment and determines them to be in good working order before a case begins. Prepares the operating room by opening sterile supplies, instruments, and sutures based on scheduled procedure and surgeon preference card. Follows policies for scrubbing, gowning, gloving, setting up back table, draping and counting with the circulating nurse UMC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Mar 21, 2019
Full-time
University Medical Center New Orleans is the academic medical center of LCMC Health and the ultimate expression of a nearly 300-year legacy of serving the people of New Orleans and South Louisiana. With our academic partners, including Louisiana State University and Tulane University Schools of Medicine, we are training the next generation of healthcare professionals and leading research to find tomorrow's cures and treatments. From expert primary care and the widest variety of specialty care to cutting edge emergency care and the region's only Level 1 Trauma Center, UMC offers the area the widest breadth of healthcare services. Click here to view a video of our Surgery Department. We are looking for medical professionals who are just as passionate as we are about providing the best medical care in the safest environment. We are an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. Whether you're a seasoned healthcare professional or just starting out, a career at UMC places you at the center of a dynamic community of providers, learners and staff with a singular focus on patient-centric care. We offer a state-of-the-art facility with breakthrough technology, and professionals committed to helping our community become healthier . POSITION SUMMARY: The purpose of the job is to provide support, guidance, and education within the surgical environment as it relates to appropriate instrumentation, maintenance of a sterile field, and safe practices to enhance patient outcomes. The Surgical Technician Lead functions within the guidelines of a Surgical Technician to establish and maintain a sterile field and safe environment throughout the surgical procedure, to assess instrumentation and equipment needs, and to anticipate and provide instrumentation and equipment needs for the surgeon's use in a timely manner to enhance patient outcomes. JOB REQUIREMENTS: Education: Successful completion of a technical or vocational school surgical technician program; Associate Degree Surgical Technician, preferred. Experience: Two (2 ) years surgical tech experience, five (5) preferred. License/Certification: Basic Life Support-HCP, Required. Certified Surgical Technologist, Preferred. POSITION DUTIES:
Identifies surgical technician educational needs through observation and audits as it relates to infection control practices at the sterile field, efficiency in case preparations, and overall knowledge of instrumentation.
Conduct quality audits to insure appropriate infection control and compliance safe guards are followed to drive expected patient outcomes.
Act as the OR Liaison to actively address OR frictions as it relates to instrument issues. Collaborates with supervisors and staff to provide guidance in instrument needs and resource management.
Provides periodic tray reviews with surgeons, supervisors, and staff to streamline/minimize tray contents.
Maintains preference cards to provide accurate case preparation and appropriate resources needed during surgical procedures. Requires periodic reviews with surgeons in order to drive accuracy, decrease cost associated with waste, increase efficiency within the surgical environment.
Demonstrates knowledge and practice of basic patient care concepts: Performs and/or provides scrub assistance during procedures which reflect awareness of anatomy, necessary principles, skills, supplies and adequate knowledge base. Assists the circulating nurse in implementing the perioperative plan of care to include: patient positioning, confirmation/preparation of operative site, updating physician preference card, care of operative specimens and room turnover. Demonstrates the application of the principles of asepsis: Adheres to unit specific standards, policies and procedures for aseptic technique.
Demonstrates the ability to perform the role of first scrub on all basic surgical cases: Anticipates the needs of the surgeon, which includes passing instruments, sutures and other items appropriate to the procedure. Establishes and maintains and organized sterile field. Assists the surgeon by retracting tissue, holding instrumentation to provide exposure and cutting suture under the direct supervision of the surgeon. Supply Room Access: Enters supply room(s) on nursing units as needed to perform necessary job functions. Refrains from manipulating or removing any intravenous fluids that are stored in the area.
Selects proper sterilization method of instruments/equipment: sterilizes prior to procedures, as necessary and verifies instruments as sterile. Takes corrective action when any unsafe practice, conditions or breaks in aseptic technique occur and reports information to the circulating nurse. Demonstrates basic surgical case preparation skills: Assists with pulling cases and checks case cart for completeness, obtains supplies and equipment and determines them to be in good working order before a case begins. Prepares the operating room by opening sterile supplies, instruments, and sutures based on scheduled procedure and surgeon preference card. Follows policies for scrubbing, gowning, gloving, setting up back table, draping and counting with the circulating nurse UMC is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Saratoga Care
211 Church Street Saratoga Springs New York 12866 United States
Summary of Position:
Assists surgical staff with direct patient care activities. Assumes responsibility for providing technical assistance in the operating room. Plans and evaluates care provided. Assists in the delivery of quality patient care through utilization of technical skills. Performs technical duties relating to scrub role, including smooth, precise, and efficient reaction all situations, and assists with departmental work as assigned. Participates in staff, patient and/or family education to a degree consistent with personal knowledge base. Participates in unit QI activities. Knows the legal limitations relating to the role of surgical technologist and acts accordingly.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma. Has successfully completed a nationally accredited educational program for surgical technologists and holds and maintains a certified surgical technologist credential administered by a nationally accredited surgical technologist credentialing organization; has completed an appropriate training program for surgical technology in the United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, or Public Health Service Commissioned Corps; provides evidence that the person was employed as a surgical technologist in a healthcare facility for a cumulative period of one year, occurring with the four years immediately prior to January 1, 2015; or is in the service of the federal government, to the extent the person is performing duties related to that service.
Mar 21, 2019
Full-time
Summary of Position:
Assists surgical staff with direct patient care activities. Assumes responsibility for providing technical assistance in the operating room. Plans and evaluates care provided. Assists in the delivery of quality patient care through utilization of technical skills. Performs technical duties relating to scrub role, including smooth, precise, and efficient reaction all situations, and assists with departmental work as assigned. Participates in staff, patient and/or family education to a degree consistent with personal knowledge base. Participates in unit QI activities. Knows the legal limitations relating to the role of surgical technologist and acts accordingly.
Minimum Qualifications:
High school diploma. Has successfully completed a nationally accredited educational program for surgical technologists and holds and maintains a certified surgical technologist credential administered by a nationally accredited surgical technologist credentialing organization; has completed an appropriate training program for surgical technology in the United States Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, or Public Health Service Commissioned Corps; provides evidence that the person was employed as a surgical technologist in a healthcare facility for a cumulative period of one year, occurring with the four years immediately prior to January 1, 2015; or is in the service of the federal government, to the extent the person is performing duties related to that service.
Central Maine Medical Center
Central Maine Medical Center Lewiston Maine 04240 US
Job Summary: The Surgical Technologist, Perioperative Services must become certified within one year of employment. The Surgical Technologist assists the surgical team during procedures performed on the surgical patient to ensure appropriate selection/preparation and sterility of instrumentation and equipment necessary to expedite a positive outcome for the patient. Acts as a preceptor to new staff members as the need arises.
Requirements:
· Graduate of a school for Surgical Technologists.
· Certification for Surgical Technologist within one (1) year of hire to job preferred.
· Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS required.
Mar 21, 2019
Other
Job Summary: The Surgical Technologist, Perioperative Services must become certified within one year of employment. The Surgical Technologist assists the surgical team during procedures performed on the surgical patient to ensure appropriate selection/preparation and sterility of instrumentation and equipment necessary to expedite a positive outcome for the patient. Acts as a preceptor to new staff members as the need arises.
Requirements:
· Graduate of a school for Surgical Technologists.
· Certification for Surgical Technologist within one (1) year of hire to job preferred.
· Current American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS required.
Aspirus Health
Aspirus Medford Hospital & Clinics Medford, WI US
Come and Join the ER Team at Aspirus Medford Hospital!
Aspirus is a nationally recognized health system. Our system and service area extends from beautiful central and northern Wisconsin into the majestic lake shore regions of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. We have 8 hospitals and over 55 primary care/specialty clinics.
JOB SUMMARY
The Registered Nurse will be clinically competent while delivering care to patients utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation and evaluation. RNs will effectively interact with patients, significant others and other health team members while maintaining all standards of professional nursing including their professional model where applicable. A key aspect of the work of nursing is to continually improve the quality of nursing care by collecting and analyzing data.
EDUCATION
Knowledge of patient care standard and practices normally acquired through completion of a nursing program. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing is preferred.
Must possess an active Wisconsin RN nursing license
Current AHA advance life support training (ACLS), or will acquire certification within 1 year post hire, then recertification to remain current PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Current AHA neonatal resuscitation program (NRP)
CEN - Certified Emergency Nurse
Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
Current AHA pediatric advance life support (PALS) or Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC)
Previous nursing experience in medical/surgical, critical care or emergency department
Experience in pre-hospital patient care (first responder or Emergency Medical Technician)
MEDFORD:
Named as one of the Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals in the nation for the third year in a row, Aspirus Medford Hospital offers all of the friendliness and flexibility of a 25-bed critical access hospital with the horsepower of a large healthcare system. This includes digital imaging, EPIC EMR, on-site sleep lab, retail pharmacy, skilled nursing facility, dialysis unit, birthing center, cancer infusion center, and a public fitness center.
Medford, Wisconsin is a quiet, safe small town community in north central Wisconsin with a strong light industrial base offering a reasonable cost of living. Live on a private lake 8 miles from the hospital for less than $250k! Excellent school system and only 45 minutes to Wausau and Marshfield and 2.5 hours to Minneapolis/St. Paul.
Mar 20, 2019
Other
Come and Join the ER Team at Aspirus Medford Hospital!
Aspirus is a nationally recognized health system. Our system and service area extends from beautiful central and northern Wisconsin into the majestic lake shore regions of the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. We have 8 hospitals and over 55 primary care/specialty clinics.
JOB SUMMARY
The Registered Nurse will be clinically competent while delivering care to patients utilizing the nursing process of assessment, planning, intervention, implementation and evaluation. RNs will effectively interact with patients, significant others and other health team members while maintaining all standards of professional nursing including their professional model where applicable. A key aspect of the work of nursing is to continually improve the quality of nursing care by collecting and analyzing data.
EDUCATION
Knowledge of patient care standard and practices normally acquired through completion of a nursing program. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing is preferred.
Must possess an active Wisconsin RN nursing license
Current AHA advance life support training (ACLS), or will acquire certification within 1 year post hire, then recertification to remain current PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Current AHA neonatal resuscitation program (NRP)
CEN - Certified Emergency Nurse
Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC)
Current AHA pediatric advance life support (PALS) or Emergency Nursing Pediatric Course (ENPC)
Previous nursing experience in medical/surgical, critical care or emergency department
Experience in pre-hospital patient care (first responder or Emergency Medical Technician)
MEDFORD:
Named as one of the Top 20 Critical Access Hospitals in the nation for the third year in a row, Aspirus Medford Hospital offers all of the friendliness and flexibility of a 25-bed critical access hospital with the horsepower of a large healthcare system. This includes digital imaging, EPIC EMR, on-site sleep lab, retail pharmacy, skilled nursing facility, dialysis unit, birthing center, cancer infusion center, and a public fitness center.
Medford, Wisconsin is a quiet, safe small town community in north central Wisconsin with a strong light industrial base offering a reasonable cost of living. Live on a private lake 8 miles from the hospital for less than $250k! Excellent school system and only 45 minutes to Wausau and Marshfield and 2.5 hours to Minneapolis/St. Paul.
JOB SUMMARY
The primary responsibility of the Specimen Processing Technician II is to rapidly respond to telephone inquiries from clients, provide rapid telephone reports, accurately order tests, process biological specimens submitted for laboratory testing and ensure client satisfaction. The Specimen Processing Technician II also is required to perform phlebotomy and EKG's regularly.
Compensation & Benefits:
Benefit Eligible
Shift Differential for PM & Night hours worked
Additional EKG differential when working EKG EDUCATION
Completion of a high school diploma or equivalent required
Successful completion of a phlebotomy program or related health care training (MA, CNA, EMT, etc.) beneficial.
Knowledge of laboratory standards and practices acquired through completion of a degree or courses in chemical, physical, or biological sciences from an accredited institution beneficial
Courses in EKG basic interpretation beneficial EXPERIENCE
Phlebotomy experience, related health care experience, or other non-healthcare laboratory experience beneficial
Computer experience beneficial
Customer service/telephone communications experience beneficial Hours
8 hour shifts (shifts start time possibilities: 0600,0630,0800,0900,1230,1400) weekend days. Every third weekend, two holidays a year ABOUT US
Aspirus Wausau Hospital is a private/not-for-profit facility. We are a Level II Trauma Center licensed for 325 beds, operating at 230. We average 12,714 inpatient admissions with 78,119 outpatients and 30,574 emergency room visits per year. Our departments include an 18-bed Medical/Surgical ICU, 8-bed cardiac ICU, 18-bed ER, 1,308 annual deliveries in our OB unit, 12-room NICU, 5 cath labs, performing 435 open heart surgeries per year in our Aspirus Heart & Vascular Institute.
Wausau is located in the lovely Wisconsin River valley at the center of the state. We have a metro area population of 80,000 with excellent schools, busy performing arts center, large private music conservatory, and visual arts center. Quiet residential neighborhoods surround Lake Wausau and overlook the Wisconsin River or have views of Rib Mountain State Park. We enjoy four seasons of recreation including all water sports, sailing, kayaking, mountain biking, hiking, soccer, down-hill and cross-country skiing. We are conveniently located three hours from Milwaukee and Minneapolis.
Mar 20, 2019
Other
JOB SUMMARY
The primary responsibility of the Specimen Processing Technician II is to rapidly respond to telephone inquiries from clients, provide rapid telephone reports, accurately order tests, process biological specimens submitted for laboratory testing and ensure client satisfaction. The Specimen Processing Technician II also is required to perform phlebotomy and EKG's regularly.
Compensation & Benefits:
Benefit Eligible
Shift Differential for PM & Night hours worked
Additional EKG differential when working EKG EDUCATION
Completion of a high school diploma or equivalent required
Successful completion of a phlebotomy program or related health care training (MA, CNA, EMT, etc.) beneficial.
Knowledge of laboratory standards and practices acquired through completion of a degree or courses in chemical, physical, or biological sciences from an accredited institution beneficial
Courses in EKG basic interpretation beneficial EXPERIENCE
Phlebotomy experience, related health care experience, or other non-healthcare laboratory experience beneficial
Computer experience beneficial
Customer service/telephone communications experience beneficial Hours
8 hour shifts (shifts start time possibilities: 0600,0630,0800,0900,1230,1400) weekend days. Every third weekend, two holidays a year ABOUT US
Aspirus Wausau Hospital is a private/not-for-profit facility. We are a Level II Trauma Center licensed for 325 beds, operating at 230. We average 12,714 inpatient admissions with 78,119 outpatients and 30,574 emergency room visits per year. Our departments include an 18-bed Medical/Surgical ICU, 8-bed cardiac ICU, 18-bed ER, 1,308 annual deliveries in our OB unit, 12-room NICU, 5 cath labs, performing 435 open heart surgeries per year in our Aspirus Heart & Vascular Institute.
Wausau is located in the lovely Wisconsin River valley at the center of the state. We have a metro area population of 80,000 with excellent schools, busy performing arts center, large private music conservatory, and visual arts center. Quiet residential neighborhoods surround Lake Wausau and overlook the Wisconsin River or have views of Rib Mountain State Park. We enjoy four seasons of recreation including all water sports, sailing, kayaking, mountain biking, hiking, soccer, down-hill and cross-country skiing. We are conveniently located three hours from Milwaukee and Minneapolis.
We are in the top 15!
Come and join an organization that was recognized by IBM Watson Health as one of the top performing health systems in the country!
JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking a Pharmacy Technician for our Inpatient Pharmacy at Aspirus Wausau Hospital in Wausau, Wisconsin. Duties will include:
Perform accurate and timely preparation and distribution of pharmaceutical products and associated functions, under the supervision of a pharmacist
Answers telephone calls and appropriately routes calls
Stock and maintain a clean room and supplies
Prints fill lists for cart fill from computer system
Selects doses of medication according to the fill list
Accurately credits medications per department policy
Repackages oral and liquid medications, including proper storage, distribution, packaging and labeling of drugs and associated record keeping
Place orders with wholesaler for purchase of pharmaceuticals and related supplies for the department as per buying group contract or lowest cost service. receive filled order from wholesaler, check against invoice and place in stock in pharmacy as appropriate. Ensure proper inventory levels/quantities that meet the needs of department and hospital
Accurately replace items in floor stock throughout hospital, as appropriate or requested
Maintain records of floor stock charges are current and correct REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge of organizational and project management practices normally acquired through completion of a high school diploma or equivalent
Experience in a health related field, pharmacy and computers beneficial
National Pharmacy Technician Certification beneficial ABOUT US
Aspirus Wausau Hospital is a private/not-for-profit facility. We are a Level II Trauma Center licensed for 325 beds, operating at 230. We average 12,714 inpatient admissions with 78,119 outpatients and 30,574 emergency room visits per year. Our departments include an 18-bed Medical/Surgical ICU, 8-bed cardiac ICU, 18-bed ER, 1,308 annual deliveries in our OB unit, 12-room NICU, 5 cath labs, performing 435 open heart surgeries per year in our Aspirus Heart & Vascular Institute.
Other units/departments include, Aspirus Regional Cancer Center, Aspirus Spine & Neurosciences Institute, Day Surgery, GI Center, Ortho/Neuro, Medical/Pediatrics, RT, and Rehab.
Wausau, Wisconsin is located in the lovely Wisconsin River valley at the center of the state. We have a metro area population of 80,000 with excellent schools, busy performing arts center, large private music conservatory, and visual arts center. Quiet residential neighborhoods surround Lake Wausau and overlook the Wisconsin River or have views of Rib Mountain State Park. We enjoy four seasons of recreation including all water sports, sailing, kayaking, mountain biking, hiking, soccer, down-hill and cross-country skiing. We are conveniently located three hours from Milwaukee and Minneapolis.
Mar 20, 2019
Other
We are in the top 15!
Come and join an organization that was recognized by IBM Watson Health as one of the top performing health systems in the country!
JOB SUMMARY
We are seeking a Pharmacy Technician for our Inpatient Pharmacy at Aspirus Wausau Hospital in Wausau, Wisconsin. Duties will include:
Perform accurate and timely preparation and distribution of pharmaceutical products and associated functions, under the supervision of a pharmacist
Answers telephone calls and appropriately routes calls
Stock and maintain a clean room and supplies
Prints fill lists for cart fill from computer system
Selects doses of medication according to the fill list
Accurately credits medications per department policy
Repackages oral and liquid medications, including proper storage, distribution, packaging and labeling of drugs and associated record keeping
Place orders with wholesaler for purchase of pharmaceuticals and related supplies for the department as per buying group contract or lowest cost service. receive filled order from wholesaler, check against invoice and place in stock in pharmacy as appropriate. Ensure proper inventory levels/quantities that meet the needs of department and hospital
Accurately replace items in floor stock throughout hospital, as appropriate or requested
Maintain records of floor stock charges are current and correct REQUIREMENTS
Knowledge of organizational and project management practices normally acquired through completion of a high school diploma or equivalent
Experience in a health related field, pharmacy and computers beneficial
National Pharmacy Technician Certification beneficial ABOUT US
Aspirus Wausau Hospital is a private/not-for-profit facility. We are a Level II Trauma Center licensed for 325 beds, operating at 230. We average 12,714 inpatient admissions with 78,119 outpatients and 30,574 emergency room visits per year. Our departments include an 18-bed Medical/Surgical ICU, 8-bed cardiac ICU, 18-bed ER, 1,308 annual deliveries in our OB unit, 12-room NICU, 5 cath labs, performing 435 open heart surgeries per year in our Aspirus Heart & Vascular Institute.
Other units/departments include, Aspirus Regional Cancer Center, Aspirus Spine & Neurosciences Institute, Day Surgery, GI Center, Ortho/Neuro, Medical/Pediatrics, RT, and Rehab.
Wausau, Wisconsin is located in the lovely Wisconsin River valley at the center of the state. We have a metro area population of 80,000 with excellent schools, busy performing arts center, large private music conservatory, and visual arts center. Quiet residential neighborhoods surround Lake Wausau and overlook the Wisconsin River or have views of Rib Mountain State Park. We enjoy four seasons of recreation including all water sports, sailing, kayaking, mountain biking, hiking, soccer, down-hill and cross-country skiing. We are conveniently located three hours from Milwaukee and Minneapolis.
Erie County Medical Center
Erie County Medical Center Corporation Buffalo New York 14215 US
The work involves performing functions related to infection control such as cleaning, assembling, inspecting and sterilizing instruments and medical equipment for the Operating Room at the Erie County Medical Center Corporation. In addition to providing sterile products, the incumbent also delivers specimens to pathology and the blood bank, transports patients and prepares the OR for receiving the patient which includes setting up case carts for daily OR schedules. Work is performed under the direct supervision of higher level personnel. Supervision is not a function of this position. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:
Inspects, cleans, sterilizes and assembles surgical instruments, trays/sets and other medical equipment and supplies according to prescribed procedures and techniques;
Operates sterilization and decontamination equipment;
Maintains logs and records relating to sterilization process;
Delivers trays, supplies and equipment to OR; removes dirty carts from OR and takes to decontamination area;
Fills orders for medical equipment/supplies; distributes and picks-up equipment, instruments and other medical supplies to and from various locations throughout the hospital;
Performs quality control through daily testing and cleaning to assure sterilization equipment and instruments are functioning properly;
Inspects instruments for sharpness and proper function; oils and lubricates as needed;
Utilizes a computer to generate preference cards for setting up case carts, completing case cart accountability sheets and access various tracking systems;
Maintains and replenishes supplies and equipment for the OR;
Removes out dated materials; places orders for supplies and receives and stores supplies;
Transports patients to and from the OR in accordance with OR policy; cares for patients' personal belongings;
Delivers specimens to proper areas as requested;
Assists in keeping the OR and Prep & Pak work areas clean and organized.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Good knowledge of various decontamination and sterilization techniques; good knowledge of hospital supplies used for patient care; working knowledge of common terminology used to describe hospital supplies; working knowledge of inventory control; ability to operate various sterilization and decontamination equipment; ability to read and understand written material; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, ability to use a computer; initiative; good judgment; physically capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a Certified Processing and Distribution Technician Certification as issued by the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution within eighteen (18) months of appointment; or:
Possession of a Certified Registered Central Services Certification as issues by the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management within twelve (12) months of appointment.
NOTE: Verifiable part-time and/or volunteer experience will be pro-rated toward meeting full-time experience requirements.
OVERTIME IS A REQUIREMENT OF THIS POSITION
Mar 20, 2019
Other
The work involves performing functions related to infection control such as cleaning, assembling, inspecting and sterilizing instruments and medical equipment for the Operating Room at the Erie County Medical Center Corporation. In addition to providing sterile products, the incumbent also delivers specimens to pathology and the blood bank, transports patients and prepares the OR for receiving the patient which includes setting up case carts for daily OR schedules. Work is performed under the direct supervision of higher level personnel. Supervision is not a function of this position. Does related work as required.
TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES:
Inspects, cleans, sterilizes and assembles surgical instruments, trays/sets and other medical equipment and supplies according to prescribed procedures and techniques;
Operates sterilization and decontamination equipment;
Maintains logs and records relating to sterilization process;
Delivers trays, supplies and equipment to OR; removes dirty carts from OR and takes to decontamination area;
Fills orders for medical equipment/supplies; distributes and picks-up equipment, instruments and other medical supplies to and from various locations throughout the hospital;
Performs quality control through daily testing and cleaning to assure sterilization equipment and instruments are functioning properly;
Inspects instruments for sharpness and proper function; oils and lubricates as needed;
Utilizes a computer to generate preference cards for setting up case carts, completing case cart accountability sheets and access various tracking systems;
Maintains and replenishes supplies and equipment for the OR;
Removes out dated materials; places orders for supplies and receives and stores supplies;
Transports patients to and from the OR in accordance with OR policy; cares for patients' personal belongings;
Delivers specimens to proper areas as requested;
Assists in keeping the OR and Prep & Pak work areas clean and organized.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Good knowledge of various decontamination and sterilization techniques; good knowledge of hospital supplies used for patient care; working knowledge of common terminology used to describe hospital supplies; working knowledge of inventory control; ability to operate various sterilization and decontamination equipment; ability to read and understand written material; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, ability to use a computer; initiative; good judgment; physically capable of performing the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:
Possession of a Certified Processing and Distribution Technician Certification as issued by the Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution within eighteen (18) months of appointment; or:
Possession of a Certified Registered Central Services Certification as issues by the International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management within twelve (12) months of appointment.
NOTE: Verifiable part-time and/or volunteer experience will be pro-rated toward meeting full-time experience requirements.
OVERTIME IS A REQUIREMENT OF THIS POSITION
Granville Medical Center
Granville Medical Center Oxford North Carolina 27565 US
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of an RN, the Operating Room Technician (ORT) participates as a member of the perioperative nursing team. Performs direct and indirect perioperative nursing tasks for patients undergoing surgical, surgically related, or endoscopic procedures. Provides care to all assigned patients in the operating room, PACU and outpatient surgery. Is responsible for meeting established Surgical Standards of Nursing Practice. Included in this assignment is the responsibility to assist in the timely coordination of adequate levels of supplies and equipment to perform safe preoperative care. Ensures effective communication between him or herself, the patient, staff, supervision, physicians, and other hospital departments. Processes information on the hospital's health information system as required in performing job responsibilities. Assist in Central Sterile as needed. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or GED, BCLS certification. Prior experience as ORT preferred, military experience acceptable. Possesses valid driver's license. Computer experience desirable.
Mar 20, 2019
Other
POSITION SUMMARY: Under the supervision of an RN, the Operating Room Technician (ORT) participates as a member of the perioperative nursing team. Performs direct and indirect perioperative nursing tasks for patients undergoing surgical, surgically related, or endoscopic procedures. Provides care to all assigned patients in the operating room, PACU and outpatient surgery. Is responsible for meeting established Surgical Standards of Nursing Practice. Included in this assignment is the responsibility to assist in the timely coordination of adequate levels of supplies and equipment to perform safe preoperative care. Ensures effective communication between him or herself, the patient, staff, supervision, physicians, and other hospital departments. Processes information on the hospital's health information system as required in performing job responsibilities. Assist in Central Sterile as needed. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or GED, BCLS certification. Prior experience as ORT preferred, military experience acceptable. Possesses valid driver's license. Computer experience desirable.
El Camino Hospital
El Camino Hospital-Los Gatos Campus Los Gatos California 95030 US
This is an enterprise position. Will be expected, as needed, to accept work assignments across departments or El Camino Hospital campuses (Mountain View and Los Gatos) or locations within a 15-mile radius. The Assistant Manager Sterile Processing manages, develops and trains the staff that performs the following activities: cleaning, decontamination, disinfection, assembly, sterilization, case cart building and sterile storage for all hospital-reprocessed / sterilized equipment, instrument or supplies required for use in El Camino Hospital. Ensures the accurate, reliable, and timely access to sterile supplies for clinicians. Is responsible for the effective use of materials, personnel, and resources to produce quality results and positive outcomes in patient care.
QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Bachelor's Degree; degree in a healthcare related field of study preferred. 2. Some college-level or professional training in materials management, infection control, decontamination and disinfection, medical instrumentation, medical terminology industrial management and/or communication. 3. Three years' experience in sterile processing and/or operating room in an acute care setting, including at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role. 4. Strong knowledge of decontamination and sterilization sciences, infection prevention and control measures, case cart systems, medical/surgical supplies and equipment. 5. Work experience and proficiency in applying the following standards and best practices related to processing and sterile supply issues: AAMI, AORN, FDA, TJC, IAHCSMM, NIOSH and OSHA. 6. Proven track record in demonstrating critical thinking, analytical skills, prioritizing and planning skills 7. Demonstrates effective oral and written communication, customer-service and supervisory skills 8. Proficient computer skills including Word, Excel, Office software
License/Certification/Registration Requirements 1. Current CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution) or IAHCSMM (International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management) Certification as a technician. 2. Certification in Healthcare Leadership from IAHCSMM required within one year of hire into position
Mar 20, 2019
Other
This is an enterprise position. Will be expected, as needed, to accept work assignments across departments or El Camino Hospital campuses (Mountain View and Los Gatos) or locations within a 15-mile radius. The Assistant Manager Sterile Processing manages, develops and trains the staff that performs the following activities: cleaning, decontamination, disinfection, assembly, sterilization, case cart building and sterile storage for all hospital-reprocessed / sterilized equipment, instrument or supplies required for use in El Camino Hospital. Ensures the accurate, reliable, and timely access to sterile supplies for clinicians. Is responsible for the effective use of materials, personnel, and resources to produce quality results and positive outcomes in patient care.
QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Bachelor's Degree; degree in a healthcare related field of study preferred. 2. Some college-level or professional training in materials management, infection control, decontamination and disinfection, medical instrumentation, medical terminology industrial management and/or communication. 3. Three years' experience in sterile processing and/or operating room in an acute care setting, including at least 2 years in a lead or supervisory role. 4. Strong knowledge of decontamination and sterilization sciences, infection prevention and control measures, case cart systems, medical/surgical supplies and equipment. 5. Work experience and proficiency in applying the following standards and best practices related to processing and sterile supply issues: AAMI, AORN, FDA, TJC, IAHCSMM, NIOSH and OSHA. 6. Proven track record in demonstrating critical thinking, analytical skills, prioritizing and planning skills 7. Demonstrates effective oral and written communication, customer-service and supervisory skills 8. Proficient computer skills including Word, Excel, Office software
License/Certification/Registration Requirements 1. Current CBSPD (Certification Board for Sterile Processing and Distribution) or IAHCSMM (International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material Management) Certification as a technician. 2. Certification in Healthcare Leadership from IAHCSMM required within one year of hire into position
LifeBridge Health, Inc.
SurgiCenter of Baltimore Owings Mills Maryland 21117 US
As a member of the surgical team, provides technical assistance to the surgeon/physician during surgical intervention under the supervision of the RN. When not directly assisting the physician in a procedure, may participate in the rendering of patient care under the direction of the Clinical Leader/Charge Nurse or Registered Nurse. Unified by the core purpose of creating a healthier community one person at a time, the members of the Division of Patient Care Services commit themselves to sustaining a culture focused on achieving optimal patient outcomes. Each employee is obligated to deliver highly reliable care while adhering to all the National Patient Safety Goals. This occurs within a learning environment that is supportive and just, where each employee is valued for their contribution to the collective safety of patients, staff and visitors. Of equal importance is each employee's commitment to the value of teamwork in order to promote a unifies and spirited workplace.
Requirements: Formal working knowledge; equivalent to an Associate's degree (2 years college); requires knowledge of a specialized field. Less than one year experience required. Basic computer skills; Cerner; Medical terminology; Critical thinking skills; Medical equipment; Healthstream; Surgical equipment and instruments. American Heart Association CPR Certification; Accredited Surgical Technology Course Certificate; CST within 24 months of hire. Demonstrates the ability to follow verbal instructions, as well as the ability to communicate effectively verbally.
Mar 20, 2019
Other
As a member of the surgical team, provides technical assistance to the surgeon/physician during surgical intervention under the supervision of the RN. When not directly assisting the physician in a procedure, may participate in the rendering of patient care under the direction of the Clinical Leader/Charge Nurse or Registered Nurse. Unified by the core purpose of creating a healthier community one person at a time, the members of the Division of Patient Care Services commit themselves to sustaining a culture focused on achieving optimal patient outcomes. Each employee is obligated to deliver highly reliable care while adhering to all the National Patient Safety Goals. This occurs within a learning environment that is supportive and just, where each employee is valued for their contribution to the collective safety of patients, staff and visitors. Of equal importance is each employee's commitment to the value of teamwork in order to promote a unifies and spirited workplace.
Requirements: Formal working knowledge; equivalent to an Associate's degree (2 years college); requires knowledge of a specialized field. Less than one year experience required. Basic computer skills; Cerner; Medical terminology; Critical thinking skills; Medical equipment; Healthstream; Surgical equipment and instruments. American Heart Association CPR Certification; Accredited Surgical Technology Course Certificate; CST within 24 months of hire. Demonstrates the ability to follow verbal instructions, as well as the ability to communicate effectively verbally.
Coffee Regional Medical Center
Coffee Regional Medical Center Douglas Georgia 31534 US
POSITION SUMMARY
Assists surgeon during operative and invasive procedures.
Creates and maintains the sterile field.
Ensures operating room is adequately prepared for surgical procedure.
Assists in the nursing care and preparation of the surgical patient.
Monitors PAR level of surgical instruments and supplies.
Cleans and sterilizes surgical instruments as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Excellent customer service skills.
Reads and understands the English language.
Ability to think critically and analytically with little or no supervision
Ability to work effectively in situations of high stress and conflict and communicate goals and outcomes.
Ability to process information and prioritize
Possesses exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Possesses independent work habits, is self-reliant and self-directed
Ability to learn, adapt, and change as required by the job functions
Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality of material and information accessed and reviewed
Basic computer literacy
Ability to move freely, reach, bend, and complete light lifting
Ability to use good body mechanics while performing daily job functions and ability to follow specific OSHA guidelines
Ability to maintain attendance to meet standard job practices
Education
High School diploma or GED
Licensure
Operating Room Technician Certification.
Current BCLS certification.
Experience
1 year of relevant work experience
Mar 20, 2019
Other
POSITION SUMMARY
Assists surgeon during operative and invasive procedures.
Creates and maintains the sterile field.
Ensures operating room is adequately prepared for surgical procedure.
Assists in the nursing care and preparation of the surgical patient.
Monitors PAR level of surgical instruments and supplies.
Cleans and sterilizes surgical instruments as required.
QUALIFICATIONS
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Excellent customer service skills.
Reads and understands the English language.
Ability to think critically and analytically with little or no supervision
Ability to work effectively in situations of high stress and conflict and communicate goals and outcomes.
Ability to process information and prioritize
Possesses exceptional verbal and written communication skills
Possesses independent work habits, is self-reliant and self-directed
Ability to learn, adapt, and change as required by the job functions
Ability to maintain absolute confidentiality of material and information accessed and reviewed
Basic computer literacy
Ability to move freely, reach, bend, and complete light lifting
Ability to use good body mechanics while performing daily job functions and ability to follow specific OSHA guidelines
Ability to maintain attendance to meet standard job practices
Education
High School diploma or GED
Licensure
Operating Room Technician Certification.
Current BCLS certification.
Experience
1 year of relevant work experience
Westchester Medical Center
ST ANTHONY COMMUNITY HOSPITAL WARWICK New York 10990 US
I.
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The surgical
technician functions as a member of the patient care team during surgical
intervention, under the direction of a registered nurse, in conjunction with
the surgeon, anesthesiologist, or nurse anesthetist. The surgical technician
assists by preparing, handling and maintaining supplies and equipment required
to deliver safe and effective perioperative care and is responsible for
maintaining the sterile field during surgery.
II.
Employment Qualifications
High school graduate or equivalent required.
Must successfully
complete a nationally accredited educational program for surgical technologists
by a nationally accredited surgical technologist credentialing organization;
A person who qualifies to
function as a surgical technologist must annually complete fifteen hours of
continuing education to maintain and remain qualified to practice as a surgical
technologist. Two
years' experience in the Operating Room preferred. The
surgical technician would be responsible to provide the 15 CEUs to the manager
yearly.
Exemptions are provided for those currently
practicing as surgical technologists. The person must provide evidence he or
she was employed as a surgical technologist for a cumulative period of one
year, occurring within the four years immediately prior to the effective date
of January 1, 2015
III. Essential Job Functions
Demonstrates
clear knowledge necessary to provide patient care by ensuring all
instruments, equipment, and supplies are available for procedure.
Communicate
with other members of the health care team regarding the patient's
condition during the Perioperative period.
Demonstrates
correct application for cleaning /disinfection of equipment
Specimen
Handling
1.
Protects
welfare of patient by accurate handling of specimen
2.
Disposition
of all surgical specimens, initial specimen label are entered into Pathology
log book.
Apply
principles of asepsis, maintains sterile field technique at the sterile
field, assists with terminal care of equipment and supplies after the
surgical procedure is completed.
Assist
to prepare the OR and sterile field for surgical procedures including
setting up sterile supplies, instruments & equipment & ensuring
that surgical equipment function properly & safely.
Assist
healthcare professionals to move & position patients for surgery.
Assist
healthcare professionals to perform non-invasive prepping of the skin's
surface & draping patients for surgery.
Assist
the surgeon's provision of hemostasis during surgery by handing
instruments.
Holding
a retractor after placement by a healthcare professional
Anticipating
instrument needs of a surgeon
Demonstrate
the ability to use the Autoclave for IUSS Immediate Use Steam
Sterilization.
Identifies
emergency situations and institutes corrective actions in a calm and
efficient manner
Mar 20, 2019
Other
I.
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position
The surgical
technician functions as a member of the patient care team during surgical
intervention, under the direction of a registered nurse, in conjunction with
the surgeon, anesthesiologist, or nurse anesthetist. The surgical technician
assists by preparing, handling and maintaining supplies and equipment required
to deliver safe and effective perioperative care and is responsible for
maintaining the sterile field during surgery.
II.
Employment Qualifications
High school graduate or equivalent required.
Must successfully
complete a nationally accredited educational program for surgical technologists
by a nationally accredited surgical technologist credentialing organization;
A person who qualifies to
function as a surgical technologist must annually complete fifteen hours of
continuing education to maintain and remain qualified to practice as a surgical
technologist. Two
years' experience in the Operating Room preferred. The
surgical technician would be responsible to provide the 15 CEUs to the manager
yearly.
Exemptions are provided for those currently
practicing as surgical technologists. The person must provide evidence he or
she was employed as a surgical technologist for a cumulative period of one
year, occurring within the four years immediately prior to the effective date
of January 1, 2015
III. Essential Job Functions
Demonstrates
clear knowledge necessary to provide patient care by ensuring all
instruments, equipment, and supplies are available for procedure.
Communicate
with other members of the health care team regarding the patient's
condition during the Perioperative period.
Demonstrates
correct application for cleaning /disinfection of equipment
Specimen
Handling
1.
Protects
welfare of patient by accurate handling of specimen
2.
Disposition
of all surgical specimens, initial specimen label are entered into Pathology
log book.
Apply
principles of asepsis, maintains sterile field technique at the sterile
field, assists with terminal care of equipment and supplies after the
surgical procedure is completed.
Assist
to prepare the OR and sterile field for surgical procedures including
setting up sterile supplies, instruments & equipment & ensuring
that surgical equipment function properly & safely.
Assist
healthcare professionals to move & position patients for surgery.
Assist
healthcare professionals to perform non-invasive prepping of the skin's
surface & draping patients for surgery.
Assist
the surgeon's provision of hemostasis during surgery by handing
instruments.
Holding
a retractor after placement by a healthcare professional
Anticipating
instrument needs of a surgeon
Demonstrate
the ability to use the Autoclave for IUSS Immediate Use Steam
Sterilization.
Identifies
emergency situations and institutes corrective actions in a calm and
efficient manner
Children's Hospital of the King's Daughters
Children's Surgical Specialty Group, Main Hospital Norfolk Virginia 23507 US
Greets, instructs, directs and assists patients and visitors upon arrival to the service area or through telecommunication devices. Renders exceptional customer service to parents, patients, visitors and co-workers. Serves as a patient liaison for healthcare services. Responsible for accurate data collection, documentation, and data retrieval with computerized systems. Performs patient scheduling, registration processes, insurance verification, maintains account information, co-payments, referrals, authorizations, and billing inquiry functions. Assists in maintaining medical records, filing systems, account balances and reconciliation of days accounts receivable. Provides clerical and secretarial support. Interfaces with multiple departments. May perform charge entry and charge batching processes as necessary. Performs other duties as assigned. Reports to Manager/Supervisor.
Experience, Education and Training Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent with 2-3 years related work experience preferred. Ability to relate well with the public. Ability to effectively gather and exchange information in both oral and written communications with proper grammar, spelling and punctuation. Ability to sort and file materials correctly by alphabetical or numeric systems. Knowledge of computer data entry processes required. General Knowledge of ICD-9/CPT coding and third party payer insurance verification processes and medical terminology preferred.
Mar 20, 2019
Other
Greets, instructs, directs and assists patients and visitors upon arrival to the service area or through telecommunication devices. Renders exceptional customer service to parents, patients, visitors and co-workers. Serves as a patient liaison for healthcare services. Responsible for accurate data collection, documentation, and data retrieval with computerized systems. Performs patient scheduling, registration processes, insurance verification, maintains account information, co-payments, referrals, authorizations, and billing inquiry functions. Assists in maintaining medical records, filing systems, account balances and reconciliation of days accounts receivable. Provides clerical and secretarial support. Interfaces with multiple departments. May perform charge entry and charge batching processes as necessary. Performs other duties as assigned. Reports to Manager/Supervisor.
Experience, Education and Training Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent with 2-3 years related work experience preferred. Ability to relate well with the public. Ability to effectively gather and exchange information in both oral and written communications with proper grammar, spelling and punctuation. Ability to sort and file materials correctly by alphabetical or numeric systems. Knowledge of computer data entry processes required. General Knowledge of ICD-9/CPT coding and third party payer insurance verification processes and medical terminology preferred.
Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids
701 10th Street SE Cedar Rapids Iowa 52403 United States
Summary
This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by being a competent, respectful, and compassionate professional who is able to safely, appropriately, accurately, efficiently and independently follow Mercy's standards along with policies and procedures while caring for patients. The Registered Staff Nurse works with the unit specific team members to identify clinical problems, develop a plan, and educate patients and families.
Job/Position Specific Duties
Job Specific Duties/Essential Functions
Ensure that accurate and clinically relevant information is communicated with patients, their families, and co-workers at hand offs and other times as needed. Take all measures necessary to ensure that the appropriate and involved parties have communicated necessary information in order to allow for the best possible patient outcome
Demonstrates competent assessment, planning, intervention, coordination and evaluation skills based on the individual patient plan of care.
Continually assesses patient and family needs in order to provide quality care based on a patient centered care model.
Demonstrates critical thinking skills and judgment necessary to implement a patient plan of care, nursing interventions and procedures.
Maintains accurate and real time documentation of nursing care provided to ensure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team, according to hospital policy and procedure related to documentation parameters.
Functions as a role model for current and new staff by creating a healthy work environment to facilitate the department's or unit's ability to meet identified goals and objectives.
Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitor and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous environment.
Directs other licensed and non-licensed personnel in the provision of care to patients as assigned.
Demonstrate effective and age appropriate communication as well as the ability to understand the needs of the patient including non-verbal communication, fears, anxieties and language/cultural barriers
Responds within scope of practice to emergencies and life threatening conditions
Adheres to and promotes patient safety practices throughout the patient experience.
Communicates and collaborates effectively with all members of the healthcare team.
Provides ongoing education to patients and families.
Delegates to other staff registered nurse, licensed practical nurses, certified nursing assistants, patient care technicians, unit secretaries, and other staff positions specific to the department.
Position Specific Job Duties/Essential Functions
Maintains skills and competencies from each Unit in the Medical Surgical Pool annually.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Sound background in basic nursing principles and procedures.
Demonstrates competency in unit specific skills.
Demonstrates ability to provide safe and effective basic nursing care.
Role Models exemplary customer service skills including verbal and non-verbal skills and proper phone etiquette.
Creates a welcoming environment for all healthcare team members.
Committed to ongoing self-development and learning.
Professional Experience– Required vs. Preferred
Experience in acute care setting preferred.
Education-Required vs. Preferred
Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing preferred.
Completes chemotherapy class within one year of employment
Licensure, Certification, Registration - Required vs. Preferred
Current license to practice as a registered nurse in the state of Iowa or compact state required.
Current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support, in accordance with the American Heart Association required.
Obtains Oncology Certified Nurse Certification within 3 years of employment.
Physical Activity Requirements
Constant = 67-100% of workday
Standing
Walking
Lifting
Talking
Hearing
Frequent = 34-66% of workday
Reaching
Use of fingers
Repetitive motion
Stooping
Kneeling
Crouching
Pushing
Pulling
Grasping
Feeling
Handling
Occasional = 33% or less of workday
Sitting
Balancing
Climbing
Physical Demand Requirements
Heavy: Exert 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or 25-50 lbs. of force frequently
Mar 20, 2019
Full-time
Summary
This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by being a competent, respectful, and compassionate professional who is able to safely, appropriately, accurately, efficiently and independently follow Mercy's standards along with policies and procedures while caring for patients. The Registered Staff Nurse works with the unit specific team members to identify clinical problems, develop a plan, and educate patients and families.
Job/Position Specific Duties
Job Specific Duties/Essential Functions
Ensure that accurate and clinically relevant information is communicated with patients, their families, and co-workers at hand offs and other times as needed. Take all measures necessary to ensure that the appropriate and involved parties have communicated necessary information in order to allow for the best possible patient outcome
Demonstrates competent assessment, planning, intervention, coordination and evaluation skills based on the individual patient plan of care.
Continually assesses patient and family needs in order to provide quality care based on a patient centered care model.
Demonstrates critical thinking skills and judgment necessary to implement a patient plan of care, nursing interventions and procedures.
Maintains accurate and real time documentation of nursing care provided to ensure the integration of information for use by the healthcare team, according to hospital policy and procedure related to documentation parameters.
Functions as a role model for current and new staff by creating a healthy work environment to facilitate the department's or unit's ability to meet identified goals and objectives.
Demonstrates respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitor and fellow employees to ensure a professional, responsible and courteous environment.
Directs other licensed and non-licensed personnel in the provision of care to patients as assigned.
Demonstrate effective and age appropriate communication as well as the ability to understand the needs of the patient including non-verbal communication, fears, anxieties and language/cultural barriers
Responds within scope of practice to emergencies and life threatening conditions
Adheres to and promotes patient safety practices throughout the patient experience.
Communicates and collaborates effectively with all members of the healthcare team.
Provides ongoing education to patients and families.
Delegates to other staff registered nurse, licensed practical nurses, certified nursing assistants, patient care technicians, unit secretaries, and other staff positions specific to the department.
Position Specific Job Duties/Essential Functions
Maintains skills and competencies from each Unit in the Medical Surgical Pool annually.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Sound background in basic nursing principles and procedures.
Demonstrates competency in unit specific skills.
Demonstrates ability to provide safe and effective basic nursing care.
Role Models exemplary customer service skills including verbal and non-verbal skills and proper phone etiquette.
Creates a welcoming environment for all healthcare team members.
Committed to ongoing self-development and learning.
Professional Experience– Required vs. Preferred
Experience in acute care setting preferred.
Education-Required vs. Preferred
Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing preferred.
Completes chemotherapy class within one year of employment
Licensure, Certification, Registration - Required vs. Preferred
Current license to practice as a registered nurse in the state of Iowa or compact state required.
Current certification in Basic Cardiac Life Support, in accordance with the American Heart Association required.
Obtains Oncology Certified Nurse Certification within 3 years of employment.
Physical Activity Requirements
Constant = 67-100% of workday
Standing
Walking
Lifting
Talking
Hearing
Frequent = 34-66% of workday
Reaching
Use of fingers
Repetitive motion
Stooping
Kneeling
Crouching
Pushing
Pulling
Grasping
Feeling
Handling
Occasional = 33% or less of workday
Sitting
Balancing
Climbing
Physical Demand Requirements
Heavy: Exert 50-100 lbs. of force occasionally and/or 25-50 lbs. of force frequently