Perioperative Tech - Per Diem

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Assists with Operating Room set-up and turn-over.

Puts away supplies and equipment (after a case or as orders are received).

Sets up and prepares the YAG Laser machine for Eye Laser Procedures.

Assists physician with YAG Laser and Peripheral Iridotomy procedures.

Sets up the room for endoscopy cases, assists with the technical portion of endoscopies, and with clean up.

Assists physician with endoscopy procedures under the direction of physician and RN.

Understands and uses universal precautions, manufacturer recommendations, and appropriate supplies and solutions to decontaminate instrumentation, endoscopes and equipment.

Transports patients, specimens and supplies; acts as runner to other departments.

Understands and observes department policies and protocols for specimen handling and transport.

Follows directions provided by RN or MD.

Assists the Anesthesiologist by setting up anesthesia supplies and instruments before, during and after surgical procedures.

Picks supplies and equipment for pending surgical cases.

Routinely disinfects machinery, carts and surfaces prior to end of shift.

Consistently follows established Infection Control guidelines.

Understand and implements event related sterility.

Assists with patient care in all areas (OR, PACU, ASD, SPR & Anesthesia). Provides technical support and basic patient care tasks.

Effectively communicates with Charge RN’s (OR and ASD) regarding what is required to accomplish assigned tasks.

Participates and stays current with current unit-based competency program.

Participates in departmental and hospital-wide Quality Improvement Measures.

Follows departmental procedures in reporting unsafe or hazardous situations or items that need repair.