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Surgical Technologist, Operating Room Support Coordinator - NeurologyThe University of Chicago Medicine • Chicago, Illinois, United States
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Surgical Technologist, Operating Room Support Coordinator - Neurology

The University of Chicago Medicine
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Job Description Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicine, as an Operating Room Support Coordinator for the Neurology OR team. Here, you will have the ability to work with physicians who are constantly pushing the bounds of possibility forward, conducting groundbreaking research, and providing lifesaving, personalized patient care. This is the Neurology department. This position is 100% onsite opportunity. You will need to be based in the greater Chicagoland area.
The Operating Room Support Coordinator works under the primary direction of the Perioperative OR Manager in conjunction with the Assistant Care Center Director and Clinical Director of Perioperative Services and Central Sterile Processing (CSP) in order to facilitate the efficient preparation and turnover of operating rooms. Performance of the duties outlined below requires the use of independent judgment and decision-making skills. The ability to interact professionally with individuals of many skill levels within the department and throughout the hospital is essential. Essential Job Functions
Supports the clinical needs related to efficient operating room preparation, utilization, and patient throughput. Supervises the maintenance of instrumentation necessary to enhance the delivery of quality patient care. Monitors the use of specialty equipment and is responsible for the maintenance of specialty equipment. Educates staff on the use of specialty equipment/instrumentation.
Maintains frequent communication with surgeons regarding equipment and instrument needs of the department. Reviews the surgical schedule in advance to ensure all needed supplies and equipment are present for all surgical cases, and if not available, makes arrangements to have the needed items. Contacts and follows through with vendors regarding specialty equipment as necessary. Directs instrument tray accuracy through re-ordering missing/damaged instruments. Works with the surgical staff to ensure all needed supplies and equipment are present on the day of surgery and, if not, is responsible for obtaining the needed items.
Ensures that specialty implant trays are restocked. Assures that used case carts are sent back to CSP as soon as the case is finished Responsible for reviewing and updating preference cards in collaboration with the specialty team. Maintains accuracy and inventory of all specialty trays in the SPM system or other future tray tracking systems.
Participates in the CQI process, identifies issues to be examined, collects data, analysis and disseminates.
Develops a method for facilitating productive and constructive relationships between physicians, operating room staff, CSP staff, and other health care team members regarding operating room flow.
Complies with standards and regulations of various licensures, regulatory, and accrediting agencies. Performs other duties as assigned. Required Qualifications
Graduate of a recognized Operating Room Technician program or Central Sterile Processing certification (CRCST or CSPDT)
Minimum 2 years of work experience in an operating room environment
Ability to make decisions quickly in a fast-paced environment with constantly changing priorities Excellent organizational, communication, interpersonal skills, and problem-solving abilities
Ability to apply interpersonal communication skills to maintain an open network of communication among staff members and other health care professionals Ability to comply with medical center policies and procedures Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher Progressive experience in directing staff Position Details
Job Type/FTE: Full Time (1.0 FTE) Shift: Evening Shift, 11:00am - 7:00pm Work Location: Hyde Park Unit/Department: CCD-OR - Neurology
In this role, we anticipate that you will generally work approximately 40 hours per week. We anticipate that you will generally be scheduled to work an evening shift, from approximately 11:00am - 7:00pm, and will not be scheduled for on-call shifts. We anticipate you will be scheduled to work 100% at the Hyde Park campus. The days of the week that you are scheduled will be Monday - Friday, and we anticipate that you will not be scheduled to work on weekends (Saturday and/or Sunday). #UCMNursing! To apply, please email your resume to Traci.Rose@uchicagomedicine.org About Us We've been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment... with patients and with each other. We're in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you'd like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we're doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion. UChicago Medicine is growing; discover how you can be a part of this pursuit of excellence at: UChicago Medicine Career Opportunities UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics. As a condition of employment, all employees are required to complete a pre-employment physical, background check, drug screening, and comply with the flu vaccination requirements prior to hire. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered for flu vaccination consistent with applicable law. Compensation & Benefits Overview UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits. The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position. The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union. Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine.
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