Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital
Location
Plattsburgh, New York
Salary
$29 - $43 / HOUR
The LPN/Operating Room Technician acts as the primary scrub person, managing instruments, supplies, and equipment before, during, and after surgical procedures, and may circulate under RN supervision. They must also assist with orientation and training of new LPN/ORTs and support Pre-op and Post-op areas when needed.
Candidates must be a High School graduate and a currently Licensed Practical Nurse in New York State, capable of handling high stress and standing for prolonged periods. Preferred qualifications include BLS Certification and knowledge of technical OR equipment or Anatomy & Physiology.
Min $29.33 Mid $35.93 Max $42.53 Recruiter: Meagan Eastman Per the Collective Bargaining Agreement, current bargaining unit employees have priority consideration for this position if they apply within seven (7) days of the posting date. After this period, all applicants will be considered equally. On-call as scheduled GENERAL SUMMARY: An LPN/Operating Room Technician (LPN/ORT) is a member of the surgical team who acts as a primary scrub person and must be technically adept by handling the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary before, during and after the surgical procedure. LPN/ORTs are required to perform all cases that surgeons perform. He/She may also circulate under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The LPN/ORT must be able to take call as scheduled, anticipate the needs of the surgeon, have excellent adaptation and coping skills, have excellent organizational skills and be a team player. Must be able to stand for prolonged periods of time. Must be able to lift patient and equipment with assistance of other personnel or without as need dictates. LPN/ORT must have excellent communication skills and maintains asepsis at all times. Must be able to serve as a resource person for certain specialties. Will assist directly with the orientation, training and serve as a mentor for new LPN/ORTs. Must be able to work closely with RNs in room and management about instrumentation and equipment for cases. Also will assist in education of all LPN/ORTs. LPN/ORTs will work primarily at CVPH main campus with assignments to Ambulatory Surgery Center. The LPN/ORT can assist the Pre-op and Post-op areas by performing various duties under direction of unit director/manager or registered nurse. The LPN/ORT can assist in treatment and care of patients, collect blood and other patient samples, perform ECGs and assist in receptionist/clerical activities.
1. High school graduate or equivalent. 2. Currently Licensed Practical Nurse in New York State. 3. Meets requirements of pre-employment screening and physical. 4. Excellent attendance record required. 5. Process basic windows knowledge. 6. Must be able to take call as scheduled. 7. Must be self-motivated and technically adept. 8. Able to handle a high stress level. 9. Must be able to stand for prolonged periods. 10. BLS Certified preferred or obtain within six months. 11. Knowledge of technical OR equipment and/or Anatomy & Physiology. This is a bargaining union position. University of Vermont Health - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital boasts 300 inpatient beds, inpatient acute rooms that are all private, and a Skilled Nursing Facility. The main hospital sits on a plush 45-acre campus complete with ponds and walking paths. We’re proud to offer a full-spectrum of health care services to our rural communities in Northern New York to keep care as close to home as possible. The Champlain Valley is characterized by its working landscapes; undulating hills, meadows and pastures rolling down to the waters of giant Lake Champlain, the largest lake in the U.S. behind the Great Lakes. Plattsburgh, a picturesque community of 38,000, offers a cost of living just below the national average. The perfect place to raise a family, the area features excellent schools both public and private. The State University of New York also has a branch here with 6,200 students boasting a large international population and solid nursing program. Site Selection Magazine has chosen Plattsburgh as a top city in the nation for business development for the past eight years. In addition, Policom Corp has ranked Plattsburgh as the top micropolitan in New York and the 27th in the nation. As far as recreational opportunities, Plattsburgh and the Champlain Valley offer incredible year-round activities. From boating and sailing to biking, kite surfing, fishing, golfing and more. The historic Strand Theater serves as the anchor of downtown Plattsburg and dozens of museums and historic attractions share the region’s rich history.
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