Job Summary

Provision of assistance to the operating room staff and to the needs of the physician in providing patient care under the supervision of a Clinical Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Assist the operating room team by preparing the OR suite for surgical procedures in a timely manner. • Practice aseptic and sterile techniques. • Apply appropriate cleaning techniques in the operating room. • Participate during the course of the procedure by handing instruments and supplies to the surgeon. • Assist with applying the dressing to the incision. • Clean and restock the room assigned. • Assist with in-service and training of new personnel. • Take call as assigned.

• Organizes and coordinates functions and activities in the Central Service Department to ensure effective processing, sterilization, and distribution of supplies, instruments, and equipment. 

• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of sterile technique. 

• Performs High Level Disinfection using the approved chemical product of choice. 

• Demonstrates proper operation and monitoring of all steam autoclaves, washers, Sterrad machines, automatic scope reprocessors, cart washers, and ultrasonic washers. 

• Performance and documentation of all daily biological monitoring for all equipment in Central Sterilization and Procedural areas.

 • Performs all duties according to established evidence based procedures, protocols, and policies, following original manufacturer instructions. 

• Identifies, cleans, and sterilizes following manufacturer instructions for use. Appropriately packages and assembles instrument sets.

 • Responsible for waste disposal and decontamination of contaminated items.

 • Inspects equipment and instruments through all procedural steps for condition and operation.

 • Assists with basic cost containment and quality assurance for the department.

 • Pursues opportunities for professional and personal growth and development. Attends in-services and staff meetings. Maintains knowledge of current trends and technology. Continuously updates knowledge and practice.

 • Promotes professional growth of peers by sharing knowledge with them and/or directing them to appropriate sources of information for a given situation. 

• Ensures appropriate patient charges and credits are issued correctly and processed immediately.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Patient Group Knowledge (Only applies to positions with direct patient contact) The employee must possess/obtain (by the end of the orientation period) and demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide developmentally appropriate assessment, treatment or care as defined by the department’s identified patient ages. Specifically the employee must be able to demonstrate competency in: 1) ability to obtain and interpret information in terms of patient needs; 2) knowledge of growth and development; and 3) understanding of the range of treatment needed by the patients. Competency Statement Must demonstrate competency through an initial orientation and ongoing competency validation to independently perform tasks and additional duties as specified in the job description and the unit/department specific competency checklist. Common Duties and Responsibilities (Essential duties common to all positions) 1. Maintain and document all applicable required education. 2. Demonstrate positive customer service and co-worker relations. 3. Comply with the company's attendance policy. 4. Participate in the continuous, quality improvement activities of the department and institution. 5. Perform work in a cost effective manner. 6. Perform work in accordance with all departmental pay practices and scheduling policies, including but not limited to, overtime, various shift work, and on-call situations. 7. Perform work in alignment with the overall mission and strategic plan of the organization. 8. Follow organizational and departmental policies and procedures, as applicable. 9. Perform related duties as assigned.

Education 

Credentials 

Work Schedule: Varies

Status:  PRN

Location: Greenbrier Valley Medical Center - 1320 Maplewood

Location of Job: Greenbrier Valley Med Ctr

Talent Acquisition Specialist: April L. Yoak april.yoak@vandaliahealth.org