Extra Help Operating Room Technician - SCB OR

Extra Help Operating Room Technician - SCB OR

This Position is temporary, non-benefits eligible, and is limited to 900 hours.

Hiring Department: SCB OR

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1018948

FTE : 0

Work Schedule -

Shift :

# of Position: 1

Posting Date: 5/19/2023

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent 'Best Colleges' rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

Description:

Position Summary Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and Physician, performs the technical functions directly related to surgical asepsis, instrument preparation and presentation during surgical cases. Uses judgment to independently perform various activities related to the effective preparation of instruments prior to, during and following completion of O.R. cases. The OR Technician provides care and takes initiative to improve patient outcomes by supporting Shared Leadership, Evidence Based Practice and Magnet's Five Models of Care in clinical practice. Through therapeutic relationships with patients, families, self and colleagues, the OR Technician functions as an interdisciplinary team member who provides patient care and fulfills unit and organizational goals Duties & Responsibilities

Follows established Operating Room policies and procedures.

Assists in the care, maintenance, distribution and control of equipment and supplies, both sterile and unsterile, which are

used in operating procedures.

Assist with operations in the capacity of a Scrub Attendant. This includes arranging sterile articles, handling/passing

serving instruments, dressing materials and suture appropriate to the scheduled operation while maintaining sterility and

orderliness of instrument table.

Completes sponge, needle and instrument counts with RN prior to, during and after surgery according to hospital policy.

Report discrepancies to the Charge Nurse and attending Physician.

Perform patient centered activities conducive to the general comfort and safety of patient undergoing the peri-operative

process.

Under the direction of the RN prepares medications, (except narcotics), on the sterile field. Double checks dose with RN or

MD prior to passing to MD during the case.

Assist with infusions under direction of RN or MD. Assist with preparation of the Operating Room for surgical procedures

prior to surgery by procuring equipment and supplies indicated.

In preparation for case, checks equipment for proper functioning, prior to case and after completion of case.

Participates in the daily stocking of Operating Room supplies (e.g. suture or OMNI supplies etc.)

Initiates the cleaning of O.R. equipment (e.g. laser machines, etc.) on a daily basis and ensures use of plastic covers.

Assists with instrument clean-up during routine work hours or on after hour cases. During after hour cases is responsible for

cleaning and packing of instruments.

Performs other duties as assigned

Advocates for patients, families, and their significant others and the community.

Participates in organizational, departmental and shared leadership activities; supports department and unit goals un daily

behavior.

Demonstrates accountability for job performance by seeking opportunities to enhance job skills and knowledge.

Maintains conditions of employment (BLS and other required unit-specific requirements)

Adheres to the UI Health's Code of Conduct.

Treats patients/families, staff, students and visitors with respect and dignity.

Adheres to Nursing's time, overtime and attendance policies.

Completes electronic learning modules and related programs as assigned by UI Health by established date.

Complies with University Health Services TB and fit-testing requirements.

Utilizes established communication channels/chain of command to escalate or resolve patient care problems.

Identifies recurring clinical practice and/or related unit problems and participates in problem solving and resolution.

Collaborates with other staff to identify, promote and provide positive learning experiences for staff and students.

Serves as a resource to other staff and students.

Accesses UI Health's intranet/outlook for relevant communication and to review and interpret changes in policy, procedure and other information pertinent to practice.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

1. Completion of any one of the following training programs from the categories below:
1. Certificate of completion from a Medical Education Program approved by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation.

OR


2. Graduation from a Medical Education Program through an accredited hospital including those programs included as a United States Military Program with an emphasis in surgical assisting.


2. Current AHA BLS/CPR and other required unit specific certifications
3. Effective communication skills (oral and written) that facilitate therapeutic relationships between patients, family, and health care providers
4. Intermediate computer skills with the ability to become proficient in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) with on-the-job training
5. Excellent attendance, interpersonal skills and work history required.

Preferred Qualifications

Certificate of completion from a Medical Education Program approved by the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Division of Professional Regulation OR Graduation from a Medical Education Program through an accredited hospital including those programs included as a United States Military Program with emphasis in surgical assisting required

Surgical Technologist certificate preferred

Current AHA BLS and other required unit-specific certifications

Basic computer skills with the ability to become proficient in the EHR with on-the-job training

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, COVID-19 vaccination requirement, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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