Virginia Mountain View

Surgical Support Technician (SST) - Main OR

  • R0070037
  • Charlottesville, Virginia, United States, 22904
  • Clinical Support
  • University of Virginia
Starting Pay - $19.75/hour

Novice level/novice performs and facilitate the set up and break down of OR surgical rooms. The SST I will:
• Sort and dispose contaminated materials per hospital guidelines.
• Patient transport to and from Surgery, providing comfort and report concerns as needed (Main
O.R. Only).
• Demonstrate of infection control principles and aseptic techniques
• Demonstrates an understanding of the normal growth and development of the pediatric,
adolescent, adult populations and normal aging process of the elderly.
• Work cooperatively with the surgical team.
• Competency in the practice of advanced level case assignment and advanced level equipment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology.
• Demonstrated knowledge of the use of equipment, instruments and supplies.
• Demonstrates knowledge of surgical procedures and terminology.
• Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone; think
critically; work independently with minimal supervision; perform basic math functions; manage
multiple assignments effectively; work well under pressure; problem solve; organize and
prioritize workload; recall information with accuracy; pay close attention to detail.

  • Readiness of assigned rooms (all equipment, orientation of room is ready for case.) (Non Patient Care Duties)
  • Readiness of assigned rooms (all equipment, orientation of room is ready for case.) (Patient Care Duties/Patient Safety).
  • Patient Safety: (Cleans surfaces and equipment in the Operating Room (OR)
  • Housekeeping Duties: (Collects and discards hospital waste using standard precautions and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines)
  • Personal Growth and Development Cleans area and keeps stock in order.
  • In addition to the above job responsibilities, other duties may be assigned.
Position Compensation Range: $17.65 - $27.36 Hourly

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: HS Diploma or equivalent.
Experience: 0 years of experience (1 year preferred)
Licensure: BLS within 2 months of hire. CNA or EMT preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 25-50lbs. Working in environment with fumes, chemicals, vibrations, heat, noise, blood/body fluids and infectious disease and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 25-50lbs. Working in environment with fumes, chemicals, vibrations, heat, noise, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The University of Virginia, i ncluding the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physicians Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experience. We are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.

 

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force. Equal Opportunity Employer

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