The Surgical Services Support Technician may perform assigned tasks which directly contribute to the care of patients and other patient related services as directed and under the supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse or Clinician. Provide support to the staff to facilitate the case flow within Surgical Services.
Responsibilities:
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Establish appropriate and effective communication strategies.
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Suggest and support change within the department/organization
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.Perform patient care skills working with preceptor (RN) in a safe manner according to policy and procedure.
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Constructively receive feedback and direction.
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Identify and communicate learning needs to their preceptor.
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Demonstrate awareness of the impact of his/her behavior on the efficient functioning of the department/organization.
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Seek out appropriate nursing, physician or other health care team intervention.
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Take action to improve knowledge, skill and performance based on feedback or on self-identified developmental needs.
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Maintain an environment conducive to patient safety and recovery including but not limited to: completing safety checks, keeping the department and OR rooms clean and organized, cleaning department specific equipment, changing bed linens, emptying linen hampers, keeping hallways clear of equipment and returning equipment.
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Assist with patient positioning under the supervision of an RN.
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Assist with transporting specimens to the lab.
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Assist with opening supplies and equipment to establish a sterile field.
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Assist with care, cleaning, and maintenance of all specialty equipment, including, but not limited to, lasers, video towers, microscopes, positioning supplies.
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Assist nurses with the set-up and ordering of instrument trays. Check daily with SPD for broken instruments, and incomplete trays.
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Effectively communicate with anesthesia and operating room staff to assure daily operating room assignments are prioritized at the start of each shift. Remains accessible in operating rooms at all times.
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Assist to move patients on and off bed in the OR suite.
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Perform assigned work in a timely and productive manner.
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Strictly adhere to all policies and practices relative to patient care and hospital related information.
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Comply with safety policies and procedures including standard precautions.
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Ensure equipment malfunctions are reported to the appropriate department.
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Identify need and/or provide patient/family education.
