Occasional travel/work between hospital campuses maybe required.
Repetitive use of hands, e.g., preparing IV admixtures, use of computer keyboard.
May require lifting and carrying light loads (up to 40 lbs.) including boxes, equipment, unit-dose cassettes, and IV solutions.
Stooping or kneeling to pick items up from the floor, e.g., to remove and replace items on lower shelves and to file documents in lower file drawers.
Sitting, walking, or standing for long periods of time (4-8 hours) are often necessary.
Must be able to physically operate the equipment used for the job.
OCCUPATIONAL HAZARDS
Potential for exposure to infectious patients and materials.
Potential for exposure to hazardous and toxic substances, which may include cytotoxic drugs and cleaning solutions.
Potential for sticks or cuts by needles and other sharp items.
Potential for musculoskeletal injuries if proper lifting and carrying techniques are not used.
