LPN OR Technician / Operating Room Technician - Operating Room
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University of Vermont Health is hiring a LPN OR Technician / Operating Room Technician - Operating Room. The Operating Room Technician (ORT) is a key member of the surgical team, primarily serving as a scrub person. This role involves handling instruments, supplies, and equipment before, during, and after surgical procedures. ORTs must be technically adept, anticipate surgeon needs, and maintain asepsis. They also assist with orientation and training of new ORTs.
Key focus areas include Act as a primary scrub person, Handle instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary before, during and after surgical procedures, and Perform all cases that surgeons perform.
Successful candidates bring High School Graduate, Graduate Surgical Technology School, and Licensed Practical Nurse NY. Important skills include Technically Adept, Adaptation And Coping Skills, Organizational Skills, Team Player, Communication Skills, and Maintains Asepsis. Preferred (not required): Basic Computer Knowledge and PC Operation Familiarity.
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LPN OR Technician / Operating Room Technician - Operating Room
Job Details
Job Ref:
R0085881
Category:
Surgical Technicians
Employment Type:
Full-Time
Health Care Partner:
Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital
Location:
75 Beekman St, Plattsburgh, NY 12901
Department:
CVPH - Perioperative Services
Job Type:
Regular
Primary Shift:
Day
Hours:
7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
Estimated Hours per Week:
40
Bi-Weekly Hours:
80
Weekend Needs:
As Scheduled
Pay Rate:
$27.93 - $40.50 per hour
This is a bargaining union position.
Per the Collective Bargaining Agreement, current bargaining unit employees have priority consideration for this position if they apply withinseven (7) daysof the posting date. After this period, all applicants will be considered equally.
On-call as scheduled
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Operating Room Technician – (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. ORTs are required to perform all cases that surgeons perform. They may also circulate under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. The ORT must be able to take call for Main Campus OR Services 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. ORT must have excellent communication skills and always maintains asepsis. 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 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 ORTs. ORTs will be competent in basic skills of an Endo Tech to be able to float between Main Campus and ASC Endo as needed. ORT’s work primarily at CVPH main campus with assignments to Ambulatory Surgery Center.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education/Skills Required:
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High school graduate or equivalent.
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Graduate of a surgical technology school with certification obtained within 12 months from graduation OR a currently Licensed Practical Nurse in New York State.
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Meets requirements of pre-employment screening and physical.
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Basic computer knowledge and familiarity with PC operation is preferred.
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Must be able to take call as scheduled.
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Must be self-motivated and technically adept.
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Ability to work independtly under stressful conditions.
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Must be able to stand for prolonged periods.
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AHA-BLS Certified is required or obtain within six months of hire or current non-AHA-BLS card will be honored up to renewal date.
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Excellent customer service skills are required.
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Proof of 15 hours of continuing education yearly.
As applicable, the individual has training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of the patients for which care is being provided.
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