Per Diem / PRN OB Technician - $20 per hour
Company: Mass General Brigham
Location: Boston
Posted on: November 6, 2024
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Job Description:
Mass General Brigham is seeking a per diem / prn OB Technician
for a per diem / prn job in Boston, Massachusetts.Job Description &
Requirements
QUALIFICATIONS
1. C
ompletion of an accredited surgical technologist program.
2. C
urrent LBR experience required, knowledge of patient care and
aseptic technique is essential.
3. P
ersonal attributes such as good judgment, dependability and
initiative are necessary.
4. M
ay not currently hold a valid nursing license.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED
1. M
ust have knowledge of septic and aseptic technique and be conscious
of both at all times.
2. M
ust be aware of safety standards and hazards in the room.
3. M
ust have knowledge of patient positioning and assist circulator
when necessary.
4. M
ust have knowledge of care and handling of surgical
instruments.
5. M
ust have knowledge of care and safety hazards of all specialty
equipment.
6. U
nderstands the normal and recognizes deviation form normal within
his/her specialty.
7. D
emonstrates expertise on the use and maintenance of equipment
and/or machinery required for area of specialty.
Most of this is expensive highly technical equipment requiring
expert handling and care, i.e., $50,000 microscopes, $10,000
arthroscopes.
8. I
s aware of and utilizes accepted standards of care and participates
in the evaluation of those standards.
9. M
ust have ability to recall past experience in order to anticipate
surgical team needs.
10. M
ust posses interpersonal skills sufficient to interact efficiently
with other members.
11. M
ust have ability to teach skills of a surgical technician to other
health team members such as medical and nursing students.
12. M
ust posses ability to work in frequently stressful situation
requiring quick action and adaptability to rapid change.
(Emergencies or change in plan
- up to 75% of work time.)
13. W
ork requires approximately up to 6 months of orientation to acquire
familiarity with the specialty areas.
14. W
ork requires ability to carry through with identified skills as
failure to do so may result in serious harm to patients, self or
co-workers, i.e., infections, injuries, prolonged surgical and
anesthesia times.
GENERAL OVERVIEW A trained ancillary person who is responsible and
accountable for the quality of care she/he provides to the patient
in the operating room. Major functions include, but are not limited
to, preparation of the instrumentation, equipment and environment
for the various surgical procedures performed. Works directly under
the supervision of the registered nurse in assigned area and is
ultimately responsible to the nursing director. Opportunities
available for the Certified Surgical Technologist looking to
advance current skills working in multi-specialty surgical services
. We offer a Career Ladder, comprehensive Benefit package and New
Rates.
A $10,000 sign on bonus is being offered to eligible new employees
hired into our CST positions! PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND
RESPONSIBILITIES
1. P
repares the instrumentation, supplies and equipment required for
the various procedures performed within the area. a. Maintains
integrity of the sterile field, recognize and resolves any breaks
in technique. b. Anticipates the needs of the surgical team to
facilitate the smooth and timely flow of the procedure. c.
Communicates essential information of the constantly changing
requirements of the surgical team, i.e., updating preference
cards.
2. P
repares room for patient admission in a timely manner to promote
efficient room utilization. a. Ensures the efficient and effective
cleaning of the operating room according to established protocols.
b. Ensures the presence of all supplies and equipment required for
subsequent procedures. c. Efficiently organizes surgical tables
with appropriate sterile supplies and equipment. d.
Checks for proper functioning of equipment.
3. P
ositions patient utilizing proper body mechanics and safety
precautions. a. Assists in the transfer of patients from litter to
bed, ensuring that the bed is locked and secure during transfer. b.
Performs proper patient safety measures, i.e., safety strap
application, protective padding and arm-board placement. c.
Positions patient maintaining proper body alignment of patient and
self.
4. P
erforms appropriate counts with circulator to verify removal of all
countable items from surgical site in accordance with established
procedure.
5. C
leans and restocks rooms utilizing knowledge of septic and aseptic
technique. a. Disposes of all waste materials according to
established protocols. Pays particular attention to the disposal of
hazardous (knife blades) or infected material. b. Separates
instrumentation into appropriate containers. Follows individualized
protocols for the care and maintenance of specialized
instrumentation. c.
Ensures the appropriate par levels of supplies and the presence of
necessary equipment and furniture to prevent time consuming delays
between procedures.
6. R
eceives (from RN) medication (except for narcotics) passed onto the
sterile field to be administered by the surgical team.
Assists the circulator and surgical team in accounting for amounts
ofmedications and irrigation's administered.
7. H
andles all surgical specimens according to procedure.
Relates the type of specimen to the circulator to ensure proper
labeling.
8. E
nsures the availability of equipment and supplies for any type of
emergency. a. Checks for completeness of emergency equipment
supplies. b. Checks for expiration dates on sterile products.
c.
Resolves any deficiencies identified.
9. F
unctions in an on-call capacity for urgent and emergent situations.
3/IV a. Reports within specified times to unit. b.
Is available at all times to the hospital via phone, bellboy or
on-site.
10. K
eeps current regarding developments in technical instrumentation,
trends and techniques through appropriate journals as well as
internal and external educational programs.
11. U
nder the supervision or direction of the RN, assists with and
reinforces teaching and emotional support for patient and family
during the perioperative phase.
12. S
erves on appropriate Nursing and Hospital committees as
requested.
13. P
articipates in staff meetings.
14. M
akes appropriate use of supplies, equipment and other resources
helping to maintain a cost-effective program for patient, unit and
institution.
15. A
ssists in evaluation of products, equipment and systems which may
have an impact on planning and implementing the budget.
16. K
eeps informed of personnel policies and incorporates them in
behavior as indicated.
17. T
echnologists who demonstrate high level of skill and expertise act
as preceptors to new staff members.Recruiter: Nocera, Sean Mass
General Brigham Job ID #3309684. Posted job title: Surgical
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